Bhaktivedanta Manor - Hare Krishna Temple Watford

Prabhupada's Winter Book Marathon
2025-11-28 - 2025-12-24 | Bhaktivedanta Manor, Hilfield Lane, Watford, WD258EZ, United Kingdom
28 Nov – 24 Dec 2025

What is the Prabhupada Book Marathon?

The Book Marathon is an annual event, in which everyone is encouraged to distribute the spiritual knowledge of Srila Prabhupada’s books. Running for a month in the Winter, the event started with humble beginnings in 1972 upon noticing that shops stayed open later during the festive season, making the streets of towns and cities bustling places to engage with people and share the secrets of Vedic wisdom.

Marathon Goals

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Books distributed (inc. 20,000 Bhagavad-gitas)

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Devotees participating

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New contacts made

Frequently asked questions

Who can I contact to get involved?

Please see below for contact information (Phone or WhatsApp) if you have any questions or wish to get involved:
Door-to-Door Sharing
Cukujan Venu Das – 0795640921
Hari Lila Devi Dasi – 07852429494
Door-to-Door Locations during Marathon
Kids Sankirtan
Vrndarika-Ramaya Devi Dasi – 07831830225
Mantrini Lila Devi Dasi – 07765561756
Ladies Sankirtan
Jagat Priya Devi Dasi – 07776060697
Sacred Street Party
Rasika Raya Das – 07878886618
SSP Locations during Marathon
GoMatsya (Śrīmad Bhāgavatam & CC Sets)
Vrindavan Chandra Das – 07432632304
Manor Sangas & Mentee Groups
Bimal – 07939247084
School of Bhakti & Krishna Wisdom
Priya Sakhi Radhe Dasi / Thiru – 07956107190
Supermarket Sankirtan
Chitralekha Devi Dasi – 07722247342
Enterprise & Corporate Outreach
Anasuya Dasi – 07853166927
Mohini-Radha Devi Dasi – 07939235629
Sankirtana Support Team
Anasuya Dasi – 07853166927
Smart Boxes Distribution
Purata-Sundara Das – 07575423794
Book Table at Temple
Jatin – 07716725927
Weddings & Funeral
Hladini Prema 07447027471
Sponsor Books
Nayanabhirama Dasa – 07825728931
Collection of Books
Jatin – 07716725927
WhatsApp Group
If you wish to stay updated throughout the marathon, CLICK HERE to join the Sankirtan WhatsApp Group

Why should I give out books?

It is considered to be the real welfare work to share knowledge of the true human spirit with others – by sharing these books filled with timeless wisdom, it gives others an opportunity to realise and hear about Sri Krishna, the Personality of Godhead. They say sharing is caring, and in this mood, it is of great benefit to the recipient and the giver for the books of Srila Prabhupada to be shared far and wide.

I’m new to book distribution, can I get some training?

We offer friendly step by step training for anyone new to Book distribution. Also we will pair you with an experienced distributor so you learn the art on the go.
Contact Anasuya (07853166927) and she will be able to guide you through the steps to get started.

Training videos to get you inspired
How to distribute Bhagavad-Gita
Grow by Giving
Assume it can be done

How do I get the books to distribute?

Please contact Bhakta Jatin who will help you get the books you need to start sharing!
Contact: 07716 725927
Available Wednesday to Sunday Only
Wednesday & Thursday 11am to 4pm
Friday : 4pm to 7pm
Saturday & Sunday : 10am to 4 pm
Note: Please only call Jatin Prabhu and collect during the above days and timings.

How do I report book scores and drop cash?

Contact Nayanabhirama Dasa, who will help make sure your scores are recorded.
WhatsApp Only : +44 7825 728931
Please send your scores via WhatsApp only. Scores Via text message will not be recorded.
Please report scores in following format only
Reporting template:
Name of the devotee or name of team/sangha/mentee groups:
No of Small Books Distributed:
No of Medium Books Distributed:
No of Big books Distributed:
No of Maha big books Distributed:
Total Cash collected:
Total Payment collected by card:
Dropping Cash
Please drop all cash to temple reception under books department or SKP from 9am to 9pm any day.
Final Day to drop cash for Marathon : 26th Dec 2025.

Can I sponsor books?

Yes, you can also sponsor books during this auspicious month of the Prabhupada Book Marathon and benefit the world by making it a better place to leave.
Click HERE to sponsor books
