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Please note: the celebration takes place in the evening 6pm till late, on this day there will be Lakshmi Pooja and Fireworks. - [11-11-2023 Saturday – ShaniTreyodasi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/11-11-2023-saturday-shanitreyodasi/) - ShaniTreyodasi on this day NarakaChatrudasi - [31-10-203 Tuesday is Attla Thadhi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/31-10-203-tuesday-is-attla-thadhi/) - Attla Thadhi, this is mainly celebrated by newly wedded couples, and especially females do Chandrodaya Uma Gouri Varatam, for further information contact priest. - [28-10-2023 Saturday Moon Eclipse](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/28-10-2023-saturday-moon-eclipse/) - Moon Eclipse (ChandraGrahanam) - [23-10-2023 Monday MaharnaNavami VijayaDasami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/23-10-2023-monday-maharnanavami-vijayadasami/) - MaharnaNavami VijayaDasami in the evening SemiPuja. - [15-10-2023 Devi Navaratrulu  Sunday till 23-10-2023 Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/15-10-2023-devi-navaratrulu-sunday-till-23-10-2023-monday/) - Devi Navaratrulu commences. Every morning 5.00am to 10am and 4.00pm to 9.00pm everyday Sri Durga Pooja and Kumkum archana performed. We wish all devotees to taking blessings of Goddess Durga and live in prosperously. Any devotees interested in participating would welcome, if any reasons those who cannot attend, such as work related, they can give - [13-10-2023 Maasa Shivaratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/13-10-2023-maasa-shivaratri/) - MaasaShivaratri Friday on this day Shiva’s Panchaamrutamulu Abhishekamulu. - [01-10-2023 UndaralluTadhi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/01-10-2023-undarallutadhi/) - UndaralluTadhi Sunday special females long living prosperity rituals by priest. - [30-09-2023 From Saturday till 14-10-2023](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/30-09-2023-from-saturday-till-14-10-2023/) - For 15 days is departed spirits of ancestors’ peaceful days. - [19-09-2023 RushiPanchami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/19-09-2023-rushipanchami/) - RushiPanchami on Tuesday for especially females those wish redeem their karmic debts by donating alms to Brahmins, to receive blessings of 7 Maha Rushi’s this conventional tradition. - [18-09-2023 VinayakaChavithi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/18-09-2023-vinayakachavithi/) - VinayakaChavithi on Wednesday on this Lord Ganesh born in this Star and becomes most auspicious event in this year. Sri Vinayak Chavithi (Ganesh), from 18-09-2023 this day onwards starts Sri Ganapathi Navaratrulu for 9 days (until 27-09-2023). There will be every day regular rituals performed on early morning and evening. If anyone interested in regular - [13-09-2023 MaasaShivaratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/13-09-2023-maasashivaratri/) - MaasaShivaratri on Wednesday on this day Shiva’s Panchaamrutamulu Abhishekamulu. - [06-09-2023 Sree Krishna Janmashtami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/06-09-2023-sree-krishna-janmashtami/) - Sree Krishna Janmashtami: Krishna birth falls on 6th of September 2023 Wednesday but for people convenience it will be celebrated on Saturday 09-09-2023 the celebration commences at 5.30pm. There will be kid’s musical chairs and breaking Perugu Muntha (Yoghurt Pot) and lots more fun activities. We would like everyone to bring their children and participate - [30-08-2023 RakhiPournami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/30-08-2023-rakhipournami/) - RakhiPournami Vyasa Pournami and Jandhyala Pournami - [25-08-2023 VaaraLakshmi Vratam](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/25-08-2023-vaaralakshmi-vratam/) - VaaraLakshmi Vratam on Friday for special ceremonies those of you would like to take priest home please book in advance. - [22-08-2023 SravaniGouri Vratam](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/22-08-2023-sravanigouri-vratam/) - SravaniGouri Vratam on Tuesday - [21-08-2023 Monday NaagaPanchami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/21-08-2023-monday-naagapanchami/) - NaagaPanchami - [15-08-2023 Independence Day](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/15-08-2023-independence-day/) - Tuesday India’s Independence Day - [16-07-2023 MaasaShivaratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/16-07-2023-maasashivaratri/) - MaasaShivaratri: Sunday on this day Shiva’s Panchaamrutamulu Abhishekamulu. - [15-07-2023 Shanitroyadasi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/15-07-2023-shanitroyadasi/) - Shanitroyadasi: Saturday Ashda Bhahula Troyadasi - [03-07-2023 GuruPournami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/03-07-2023-gurupournami/) - GuruPournami: Monday Ashda Pournami Vyasa Pournami on this day special Shirdi Sai Baba Abhishekamulu and incense sticks glow, contact priest for further details. - [01-07- 2023 – Shanitroyadasi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/01-07-2023-shanitroyadasi/) - Shanitroyadasi AshdaSuda Saturday, on this day in temple there is Shiva’s rituals is performed early morning 5am with Panchaamrutam, those of you would like attend in your time contact priest. - [Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 1st of July 2023 Saturday 4PM](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/annual-general-meeting-agm-on-1st-of-july-2023-saturday-4pm/) - To everyone who required to perform any ritual ceremonies contact priest on 01772 798512 or mobile number 07597021071. For those of you who cannot attend for any reasons you can pass your details to priest to perform the ceremony on your behalf. Every month there is MaasaShivaratri those of you who would like to perform - [SPECIAL NOTICE 2023](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/06/19/special-notice-2023/) - Past three years due to the coronavirus, the committee members unable visit to collect any membership, but few members phoned and paid the membership and few sent the direct payment to the bank. We kindly request any members that are not paid please pay us soon as possible to continue to maintain out community. Note: - [25-12-2026 Thursday is Christmas Day](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/25-12-2026-thursday-is-christmas-day/) - Christmas Day is a Christian festival and global cultural holiday celebrated annually on December 25th that commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ. It is observed worldwide through a blend of religious services, festive family gatherings, gift-giving, seasonal meals, and symbolic decorations like the Christmas tree. - [30-12-2026 is Anaghashtami on Wednesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/30-12-2026-is-anaghashtami-on-wednesday/) - Anaghashtami is a sacred Hindu ritual (vratam) dedicated to Goddess Anagha Devi and Lord Anagha (the householder form of Lord Dattatreya). The word Anagha means "one who is sinless" or "the destroyer of sins". Believers hold that performing this ritual purifies past sins, brings immense prosperity, and grants spiritual wisdom and peace of mind. - [23-12-2026 Wednesday is Dattatreya Jayanti](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/23-12-2026-wednesday-is-dattatreya-jayanti/) - Dattatreya Jayanti is a sacred Hindu festival commemorating the birth of Lord Dattatreya. Celebrated on the full moon (Purnima) of the Hindu lunar month of Margashirsha (typically in November or December), it honors the deity who embodies the ultimate divine trinity: Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva. - [22-12-2026 Tuesday is Hanumadh Vratam.](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/22-12-2026-tuesday-is-hanumadh-vratam/) - Hanumad Vratham (or Hanumath Vrata) is an auspicious Hindu fast and ritual dedicated to Lord Hanuman. It is observed to seek his blessings for health, prosperity, and the removal of obstacles. It is distinct from Hanuman Jayanti (the birth anniversary) and is primarily celebrated in South India. - [19-12-2026 Mukkoti Ekadasi and Gita Jayanti on Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/19-12-2026-mukkoti-ekadasi-and-gita-jayanti-on-sunday/) - Mukkoti Ekadasi (also known as Vaikunta Ekadasi) is one of the most highly auspicious Hindu festivals dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Celebrated during the lunar-solar month of Dhanur, it marks the opening of the Vaikunta Dwaram (the gateway to heaven) and represents a sacred opportunity for devotees to achieve spiritual liberation and prosperity. Gita Jayanti celebrates - [19-12-2026 this is 3rd Saturday Shiva’s abhishekam, Suprabhata Seva](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/19-12-2026-this-is-3rd-saturday-shivas-abhishekam-suprabhata-seva/) - This is 3rd Saturday at 11:20am on this day shiva’s abhishekam performed and suprabhata seva on lord Balaji. - [16-12-2026 Wednesday Dhanusu Sankaranam begins.](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/16-12-2026-wednesday-dhanusu-sankaranam-begins/) - "Dhanusu Sankaranam" refers to Dhanu Sankranti, the precise moment in Vedic astrology and the Hindu calendar when the Sun transitions into the zodiac sign of Sagittarius (Dhanu Rashi). It marks the beginning of the auspicious Dhanurmasa (or Marghazhi in Tamil tradition). - [15-12-2026 Tuesday – Subramanyam Swamy Sashti](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/15-12-2026-tuesday-subramanyam-swamy-sashti/) - Subramanyam Swamy Sashti special rituals and ceremonies, contact priest for further details. - [09-12-2026 Wednesday – PoliSWargam](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/09-12-2026-wednesday-poliswargam/) - PoliSWargam on this all devotees should donate vegetables to priest for good auspicious. - [07-12-2026 MaasaShivaratri on Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/07-12-2026-maasashivaratri-on-monday/) - MaasaShivaratri on Monday on this day there will be special performances on the lord Shiva with Panchamrutalu. - [24-11-2026 Karthika Pournami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/24-11-2026-karthika-pournami/) - Karthika Pournami (or Kartik Purnima) is a highly auspicious Hindu festival celebrated on the full moon day of the lunar month of Kartika. It is widely observed across India by Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains as a day of lights, holy baths, and prayers. - [21-11-2026 on Saturday Shiva’s Abhishekam, Suprabhata Seva](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/21-11-2026-on-saturday-shivas-abhishekam-suprabhata-seva/) - This is 3rd Saturday at 11:20am on this day shiva’s abhishekam performed and suprabhata seva on lord Balaji. - [21-11-2026 Sunday – KsheeeraAbidhi Dwadasi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/21-11-2026-sunday-ksheeeraabidhi-dwadasi/) - KsheeeraAbidhi Dwadasi today on Tulasi plant DeepaArdhana (oil lamp luminaire) - [13-11-2026 Friday – NaagulaChavithi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/13-11-2026-friday-naagulachavithi/) - NaagulaChavithi for two days there will be Abhishekamulu on Subramanyam Swamy. - [11-11-2026 BhaganiHastha Bhojanam](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/11-11-2026-bhaganihastha-bhojanam/) - BhaganiHastha Bhojanam on Wednesday for siblings to celebrate. - [08-11-2026 Sunday – commencing of KarhtikaMaasam](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/08-11-2026-sunday-commencing-of-karhtikamaasam/) - Commencing of KarhtikaMaasam, everyday there will AkaasaDeepam (Sky Lamp) will be lit every day for all whole month of KarthikaMaasam. - [08-11-2026 Sunday – Deepavali](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/08-11-2026-sunday-deepavali/) - Deepavali on this all the devotees are welcome for the fireworks. Please note: the celebration takes place in the evening 6pm till late, on this day there will be Lakshmi Pooja and Fireworks. Please bring your own fireworks. - [07-11-2026 NarkaChatrudasi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/07-11-2026-narkachatrudasi/) - NarkaChatrudasi special day for performing lord Shiva with Panchamrutalu, contact priest for details. - [28-10-2026 AtlaThadhi on Wednesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/28-10-2026-atlathadhi-on-wednesday/) - AtlaThadhi on Wednesday special for young lassies and single females. - [24-10-2026 ShaniTroyadasi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/24-10-2026-shanitroyadasi/) - ShaniTroyadasi a special ritual performed on lord Shiva. - [20-10-2026 SamiPooja](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/20-10-2026-samipooja/) - SamiPooja on the evening 5pm there will be pooja and lucky ladoo raffles takes place. Sami Pooja is a significant Hindu ritual dedicated to the sacred Shami tree (Prosopis cineraria). It is predominantly performed on Vijayadashami (the culmination of the Navratri and Dussehra festivals) - [20-10-2026 VijayaDasami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/20-10-2026-vijayadasami/) - VijayaDasami on Tuesday on this day mother Rajaraeshwari pooja ceremony. - [19-10-2026 MahaNavami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/19-10-2026-mahanavami/) - MahaNavami on Monday on this day the mother Devi’s special pooja ceremony. - [17-10-2026 Shiva’s Abhishekam and Suprabhata Seva](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/17-10-2026-shivas-abhishekam-and-suprabhata-seva/) - This is 3rd Saturday at 11:20am on this day shiva’s abhishekam performed and suprabhata seva on lord Balaji. - [16-10-2026 Saraswati pooja for the students](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/16-10-2026-saraswati-pooja-for-the-students/) - Saraswati Puja is a vibrant Hindu festival dedicated to the Goddess of knowledge, music, arts, and wisdom. For students, it is an auspicious day to seek blessings for academic success, focus, and creativity. Traditionally, students place their textbooks, pens, and instruments near the goddess to be blessed - [11-10-2026 Devi Navaratrulu Sunday till 20-10-2026 Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/11-10-2026-devi-navaratrulu-sunday-till-20-10-2026-tuesday/) - DeviNavaratrulu commences. Every morning 5.00am to 10am and 4.00pm to 9.00pm everyday Sri Durga Pooja and Kumkum archana performed. We wish all devotees to taking blessings of Goddess Durga and live in prosperously. Any devotees interested in participating would welcome, if any reasons those who cannot attend, such as work related, they can give their - [09-10-2026 Shiva’s Abhishekam, Suprabhata Seva](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/09-10-2026-shivas-abhishekam-suprabhata-seva/) - This is 3rd Saturday at 11:20am on this day shiva’s abhishekam performed and suprabhata seva on lord Balaji. - [27-09-2026 MahaLayaPakshalu](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/27-09-2026-mahalayapakshalu/) - MahaLayaPakshalu: from 27th September till 10th October is Bahulu Poudayami till Amavayasa for 15 days MahaLayaPakshalu or knows as Pitruakshulu basically means remembering for those dead loved ones, giving food for the black crows would be give redemption from sins. - [25-09-2026 Annatha Padamanabha Vratam](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/25-09-2026-annatha-padamanabha-vratam/) - Annatha Padamanabha Vratam: the rituals are performed on lord Vishunu for wealth benefits. - [15-09-2026 morning prayers](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/15-09-2026-morning-prayers/) - This is 3rd Saturday and there will be morning prayers at 11:20 and food will be served on thereafter. - [15-09-2026 RushiPanchami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/15-09-2026-rushipanchami/) - RushiPanchami is a Brahmins Day for people to donate food for the priests will rinse any sins. - [14-09-2026 VinayakaChavithi on Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/14-09-2026-vinayakachavithi-on-monday/) - VinayakaChavithi on Monday, the Lord Ganesh is born. From this day onwards starts Sri Ganapathi Navaratrulu for 9 days (until 22-09-2026). There will be every day regular rituals performed on early morning and evening. If anyone interested in regular attendance for the puja can do so; there is fee of £10 for 9 days applicable - [09-09-2026 MaasaShivaratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/09-09-2026-maasashivaratri/) - MaasaShivaratri: Wednesday on this day lord Shiva’s Panchaamrutamulu Abhishekamulu. - [04-09-2026 Sree Krishna Janmashtami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/04-09-2026-sree-krishna-janmashtami/) - Sree Krishna Janmashtami: Krishna birth falls on Friday but for convenience it will be celebrated on Saturday evening 17:30 with Sri Krishan Pooja and prasadam will be served. There will be kid’s musical chairs and breaking Perugu Muntha (Yoghurt Pot) and lots more fun activities. We would like everyone to bring their children and participate - [27-08-2026 RakhiPournami and Jandhayala Pournamion](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/27-08-2026-rakhipournami-and-jandhayala-pournamion/) - RakhiPournami and Jandhayala Pournamion on Thursday praying Lakshmi Devi would be auspicious. - [21-08-2026 VaaraLakshmi Vratam](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/21-08-2026-vaaralakshmi-vratam/) - VaaraLakshmi Vratam on Friday for special ceremonies those of you would like to take priest home please book in advance. - [18-08-2026 Managala Gowri Vratam](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/18-08-2026-managala-gowri-vratam/) - Managala Gowri Vratam for the females for longevity. - [17-08-2026 NagaPanchami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/17-08-2026-nagapanchami/) - NagaPanchami on this day there will be rituals on lord Subramanayam Swamy, for those who have issues regarding on the Horoscope, Birth, Marriages and Health, the prayers will eliminate and yield good results. - [15-08-2026 Morning Prayers](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/15-08-2026-morning-prayers/) - This is 3rd Saturday and there will be morning prayers at 11:20 and food will be served on thereafter. - [15-08-2026 India’s Independence Day](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/15-08-2026-indias-independence-day/) - India’s Independence Day and flag commemoration and salutations will be performed. - [11-08-2026 MaasaShivaratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/11-08-2026-maasashivaratri/) - MaasaShivaratri: Monday on this day on Shiva’s Linga there will be Panchaamrutamulu Abhishekamulu will be performed, if any struggle to get job and would be interested in performing this ceremony on monthly basis, there will be fee of £10, and the priest will be performed on your behalf if you give your details. If anyone - [29-07-2026 on Wednesday is Guru Pournami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/29-07-2026-on-wednesday-is-guru-pournami/) - Wednesday is Guru Pournami on the mornings from 11:00 there will be Abhishkem and Bhajans will be performing. - [25-07-2026 Saturday is Tholi Ekadasi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/25-07-2026-saturday-is-tholi-ekadasi/) - On this sacred day, it is believed that Lord Vishnu goes into a deep cosmic slumber (Yoga Nidra) on the serpent Shesha, resting in the ocean of milk. He wakes up four months later on Prabodhini Ekadashi. - [18-07-2026 Morning prayers](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/18-07-2026-morning-prayers/) - This is 3rd Saturday and there will be morning prayers at 11:20 and food will be served on thereafter. - [13-07-2026 MaasaShivaratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/13-07-2026-maasashivaratri/) - MaasaShivaratri: Monday on this day on Shiva’s Linga there will be Panchaamrutamulu Abhishekamulu will be performed, if any struggle to get job and would be interested in performing this ceremony on monthly basis, there will be fee of £10, and the priest will be performed on your behalf if you give your details. If anyone - [SPECIAL NOTICE 2026](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2026/07/01/special-notice-2026-2/) - The committee members unable visit to collect any membership, but few members phoned and paid the membership and few sent the direct payment to the bank. We kindly request any members that are not paid please pay us soon as possible to continue to maintain out community. Note: Please do not bring any food from - [Saturday, 15 November 2025 (3rd Saturday & Ekadasi)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/saturday-15-november-2025-3rd-saturday-ekadasi/) - 9.00 am Suprabhata Seva to Lord Venkateswara - [Masa Shivaratri, Thursday, 18.12.2025](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/మాసశివరాత్రి-18-12-2025/) - Masa Shivaratri refers to the monthly observance of Shivaratri, a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva. - [16.12.2025, Tuesday, Dhanurmasam](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/16-12-2025-tuesday-dhanurmasam/) - Dhanurmasam refers to the month of Dhanur, which is a significant period in the Hindu calendar dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu, and it often includes special rituals and observances. - [Subramanya Shashti, Wednesday, 26.11.2025](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/subramanya-shashti-wednesday-26-11-2025/) - On the occasion of Subramanya Shashti, an Abhishekam (ritual bath) was performed to the deity. Those who are interested can contact the priest for the rituals. - [Poli Padyami, Friday, 21st November 2025](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/polavaram-friday-21st-november-2025/) - It is good to light lamps and also to serve home-cooked food to the guests. - [Masa Shivaratri, Tuesday, 18.11.2025](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/masa-shivaratri-tuesday-18-11-2025/) - Masa Shivaratri refers to the monthly observance of Shivaratri, a Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva. - [15th November 2025 Ekadashi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/15th-november-2025-ekadashi/) - on the occasion of Ekadashi, there will be a Suprabhata Seva for Lord Venkateswara at 9:00 AM, followed by a group Satyanarayana Swamy Varatam. Those who wish to participate are kindly requested to contact the priest. Prasadam (lunch) will be arranged after the puja. Priest's phone number: 07597 021071 - [5th November 2025 Kartika Purnima](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/5th-november-2025-kartika-purnima/) - on the occasion of Kartika Purnima, there will be Kedareswara Swamy Varatam and decorative floral arch (Torana) arrangements. - [On Sunday, 2nd November 2025 (Karthika Bahula Dwadashi)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/on-sunday-2nd-november-2025-karthika-bahula-dwadashi/) - (Karthika Bahula Dwadashi), it is auspicious to perform Tulasi plant puja and offer Deeparadhana (lamp worship). - [27-6-2026 Sanitrayodasi Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/27-6-2026-sanitrayodasi-saturday/) - Sanitrayodasi, also known as Shani Trayodashi, is an auspicious Hindu day of worship dedicated to Lord Shani (the god of justice and karma) and Lord Shiva. It falls on the 13th lunar day (Trayodasi) of the waning fortnight (Krishna Paksha) when it occurs on a Saturday. Devotees worship Lord Shani to mitigate the adverse effects - [20-6-2026 3rd Saturday special Suprabhataseva](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/20-6-2026-3rd-saturday-special-suprabhataseva/) - Special Suprabhataseva at 11.20am then bhojana Prasadam will be served. - [13-6-2026 Annual General body meeting](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/13-6-2026-annual-general-body-meeting/) - Annual General body meeting at 2.30pm - [13-6-2026 Maasa Shiva Ratri Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/13-6-2026-maasa-shiva-ratri-friday/) - Maasa Shiva Ratri Friday contact Pujari if you wish to join and perform Panchamrutha Abhishekam. - [16-5-2026 3rd Saturday Special Suprabhataseva](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/16-5-2026-3rd-saturday-special-suprabhataseva/) - Special Suprabhataseva at 11.20am then bhojana Prasadam will be served. - [15-5-2026 Maasa Shiva Ratri Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/15-5-2026-maasa-shiva-ratri-friday/) - Maasa Shiva Ratri Friday contact Pujari if you wish to join and perform Panchamrutha Abhishekam. - [12-5-2026 Sri Hanumath Jayanthi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/12-5-2026-sri-hanumath-jayanthi/) - Sri Hanumath Jayanthi Vaisakha bahuladasami Tuesday Hanuman with betel leaf and sandal wood abhishekam (anointed), for those would like to participate in this ceremony bring flowers and betel leaves, always see priest available at the temple. - [9-5-2026 SRI VENKATESWARA KALYANAM](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/9-5-2026-sri-venkateswara-kalyanam/) - SRI VENKATESWARA KALYANAM,starts at 9.45am on Saturday at our Preston Telugu Community Temple there will be Sri Alivelumanga and Padamavathi Sametha Sri Venkateswara Kalyanam (wedding) commences in the early morning. All the devotees’ who would to participate in this event and all couples who want to sit in this event there is a fee of - [18-4-2026 3rd Saturday special Suprabhataseva](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/18-4-2026-3rd-saturday-special-suprabhataseva/) - Special Suprabhataseva at 11.20am then bhojana Prasadam will be served. - [16-4-2026 Masashivarathri Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/16-4-2026-masashivarathri-thursday/) - Masashivarathri Thursday contact Pujari if you wish to join and perform Panchamrutha Abhishekam. - [27-3-2026 SRI RAMA NAVAMI, on Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/27-3-2026-sri-rama-navami-on-friday/) - SRI RAMA NAVAMI, on Friday Sri Seetharama Kalyanam at the temple will be performed, for those who would like to participate, contact priest for further details. - [21-3-2026 3rd Saturday special suprabhataseva](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/21-3-2026-3rd-saturday-special-suprabhataseva/) - Special Suprabhataseva starts at 11.20am then Bhojana prasadam will be served. - [17-3-2026 Vasanthi Panchami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/17-3-2026-vasanthi-panchami/) - Vasanthi Panchami Ammavari Vasantha navaratrulu from this day. - [UGADHI: on19-3-2026 Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/ugadhi-on19-3-2026-thursday/) - Ugadhi festival. Sri Parabhavanama samvatsaram starts On this day, most auspicious ceremonies performed on Sri Venkateswara Swamy, thereafter, opening of new Almanac (Panchangam) for the new year horoscope. Please all devotees are welcome to attend. Starting time from 11am with neem pickle and prasadham, for further information contact priest. - [17-3-2026 Masa shivarathri Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/17-3-2026-masa-shivarathri-tuesday/) - Masa shivarathri Tuesday contact Pujari if you wish to join and perform Panchamrutha Abhishekam. - [3-3-2026 Holi Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/3-3-2026-holi-tuesday/) - Holi is an ancient Hindu festival, also known as the "festival of colours," that celebrates the arrival of spring, the triumph of good over evil, and the blossoming of love. It is primarily observed in India and Nepal but is celebrated by the Indian diaspora worldwide. - [21-2-2026 3rd Saturday Special Suprabhataseva](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/21-2-2026-3rd-saturday-special-suprabhataseva/) - Special Suprabhataseva at 11.20am then bhojana Prasadam will be served . - [15-2-2026 Maha Shivaratri on Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/15-2-2026-maha-shivaratri-on-sunday/) - Maha Shivaratri on Sunday: on this day Parama Shiva special Pancha Amrutha Abhishekam will be performed from 5am onwards. Contact priest for further details on 01772 798512 or Mobile 0759702171 - [1-2-2026 Magha pournami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/1-2-2026-magha-pournami/) - Magha Purnima is a Hindu full moon day in the month of Magha (January/February) that marks the end of the Magha Mela, a month-long holy gathering in Prayagraj. It is considered a spiritually significant day for performing holy baths, charity, and rituals to cleanse sins and gain blessings, especially by worshipping Lord Vishnu. The day - [29-1-2026 Bhishma Ekadasi on Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/29-1-2026-bhishma-ekadasi-on-thursday/) - Bhishma Ekadasi on Thursday will be remarkable ceremonies is performed. on this dayLord Vishunu to be most auspicious day. - [25-1-2026 Ratha Saptami or Surya Jayanthi on Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/25-1-2026-ratha-saptami-or-surya-jayanthi-on-sunday/) - Ratha Saptami is a Hindu festival celebrated on the seventh day of the bright half of the month of Magha, marking the beginning of the sun-god Surya's northward journey, known as Uttarayana. It is also considered the sun god's birthday (Surya Jayanti) and is associated with the coming of spring, longer days, and better health. - [18-1-2026 Sankranthi event Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/18-1-2026-sankranthi-event-sunday/) - Sankranthi event Sunday from 10.30am to 11.30 am in temple puja and Bhogi manta then move to function hall.From 12pm there is celebration is held in the CIVIC HALL, CALDER AVENUE, LONGRIDGE PR3 3HJ. There will be children play, traditional dances, poetics, dramas and comedy will be performed, for those who would like to participate - [17-1-2026 3rd Saturday Special Suprabhataseva](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/17-1-2026-3rd-saturday-special-suprabhataseva/) - Special Suprabhataseva at 11.20am then bhojana Prasadam will be served. Same day Masa shivaratri interested people can do Abhishaekam and those who are unable to attend for any reason but wish pujari to do on their behalf can give their names and gothranamams he can do that for you, there is a fee for this - [16-1-2026 Kanuma panduga Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/16-1-2026-kanuma-panduga-friday/) - Kanuma Panduga is a festival celebrated in Andhra Pradesh, India, as part of the larger Sankranti harvest festival. It honors cattle, with farmers decorating and worshipping them to show gratitude for their role in agriculture. The festival involves rituals like Govardhan Puja, processions with decorated animals, and prayers to Lord Krishna and Gau Mata (Mother - [15-1-2026 Peddha pamduga on Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/15-1-2026-peddha-pamduga-on-thursday/) - "Pedda panduga" is a major festival of Sankranthi (also known as Makar Sankranti) in the Telugu language, meaning "big festival". It is celebrated in Andhra Pradesh and is associated with the harvest, the sun's journey into Capricorn (Makara Rasi), and the beginning of longer days. Activities include flying kites, traditional sports like bullock cart races, - [14-1-2026 Bhogi Panduga Makarasankramanam on Wednesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/14-1-2026-bhogi-panduga-makarasankramanam-on-wednesday/) - Bhogi Panduga Makarasankramanam on Wednesday , Makara Sankranthi Uttharayanam commencing, on this day in the temple from 10am to 11:30am .For everyone’s conveniencewe have arranged this big event on Sunday 18th Januay at CIVIC HALL LONGRIDGE . - [1-1-2026 English New Year on Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/1-1-2024-english-new-year-on-monday-2/) - In England, New Year is celebrated on January 1st, which is a public bank holiday following New Year's Eve on December 31st. Key traditions include singing the song "Auld Lang Syne" at midnight, setting off fireworks, and making New Year's resolutions. Some older traditions include opening the back door at midnight to let the old - [SPECIAL NOTICE 2026](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/12/02/special-notice-2026/) - For membership fee we are unable to go around to collect but some members phoned and paid their membership and some people paid through their Banks; we are really appreciated and soon we will be going around to collect membership those of you who missed it.We are accepting Debit/Credit card payments for Pujas or Donations - [Nagula Chavithi, 25th October 2025](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/nagula-chavithi-25th-october-2025/) - On Nagula Chavithi there will be an Abhishekam performed in the morning for Subrahmanya Swamy. - [Tuesday, 22nd October 2025, the holy month of Karthika begins](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/tuesday-22nd-october-2025-the-holy-month-of-karthika-begins/) - On Tuesday, 22nd October 2025, the holy month of Karthika begins. The tradition of lighting the Akasha Deepam (lamp towards the sky) will commence on this day. Throughout the month, the Akasha Deepam will be lit at the temple every evening. - [Diwali – Saturday, 18th October 2025](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/diwali-monday-20th-october-2025/) - Diwali – Monday, 20th October 2025 – falls on Amavasya (New Moon Day). To ensure everyone can join, we have decided to celebrate Diwali together on the evening of Saturday, 18th October 2025. The fireworks program will begin at 6:00 PM, following Lakshmi Puja and the distribution of prasadam. Those who wish to participate in - [On Sunday, 19th October 2025, Masa Shivaratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/on-sunday-19th-october-2025-masa-shivaratri/) - On Sunday, 19th October 2025, on the occasion of Masa Shivaratri, Abhishekam will be performed for Lord Shiva. Devotees are welcome to participate. - [18th October 2025 special Suprabhata Seva](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/18th-october-2025-special-suprabhata-seva/) - On Saturday, 18th October 2025 (3rd Saturday), a special Suprabhata Seva will be performed for the deity at 11:25 AM, followed by lunch prasadam. - [Atla Taddi – 9th October 2025 (Thursday)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/atla-taddi-9th-october-2025-thursday/) - Atla Taddi is a vibrant and significant Telugu festival observed primarily by married and unmarried women. It falls on the third night after the full moon in the month of Ashwayuja (usually in October), which aligns closely with Karva Chauth celebrated in North India. - [Vijayadashami – Thursday, 2nd October 2025](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/vijayadashami-thursday-2nd-october-2025/) - On this auspicious day, Shami Puja will be performed at our temple at 5:30 PM, followed by Lakshmi Laddu auction and Teertha Prasadam. All are warmly invited to participate in the celebrations and receive the blessings of the Divine. - [Mahanavami – Wednesday, 1st October 2025](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/mahanavami-wednesday-1st-october-2025/) - Mahanavami (also called Maha Navami) is the ninth day of the Navaratri festival, celebrated with devotion and grandeur across India. It marks the penultimate day of Navaratri and holds great significance in the worship of the Divine Feminine (Shakti). - [Durghashtami – Tuesday, 30th September 2025](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/durashtami-tuesday-30th-september-2025/) - Durghashtami (also known as Maha Ashtami) is the eighth day of Navaratri, and it holds immense spiritual importance in the worship of Goddess Durga. - [Monday, 29th September 2025 – Moola Nakshatram & Saraswati Puja](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/monday-29th-september-2025-moola-nakshatram-saraswati-puja/) - On this auspicious day of Moola Nakshatram, it is traditional and highly beneficial to perform Saraswati Puja, especially for students and those seeking knowledge and wisdom. Parents are encouraged to ensure that children begin their Vidyarambham (initiation into learning) or participate in Saraswati Puja on this day. - [Devi Navaratri Celebrations Begin – Monday, 22nd September 2025](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/devi-navaratri-celebrations-begin-monday-22nd-september-2025/) - The Devi Navaratri festival will commence on 22nd September 2025, which is Ashwayuja Shuddha Padyami. During these sacred nine days, devotees can participate in Kumkuma Pujas to Goddess Ammavaru (Devi) under their respective gotras (lineages). Those who are unable to attend in person due to work or other reasons may send their gotra names in - [Saturday, 20th September 2025 – Special Puja Events](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/saturday-20th-september-2025-special-puja-events/) - On the 3rd Saturday, 20th September 2025, a Special Suprabhata Seva will be performed for the deity at 11:25 AM. On the same day, being Masa Shivaratri, Abhishekam for Lord Shiva will also be performed. Devotees are warmly invited to attend and receive divine blessings. - [Vinayaka Chavithi – Wednesday, 27th August 2025](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/vinayaka-chavithi-wednesday-27th-august-2025/) - Beginning of Ganapati Navaratri Celebrations The Ganapati Navaratri will commence on Wednesday, 27th August 2025 (Vinayaka Chavithi). For the nine days of festivities, devotees are welcome to perform Ganapati Pujas in the temple with their gotra names. Those unable to attend in person due to work or other commitments may submit their gotra details, and - [Masa Shivaratri – Thursday, 21st August 2025](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/masa-shivaratri-thursday-21st-august-2025/) - On this auspicious occasion of Masa Shivaratri, Abhishekam (sacred bath) will be performed for Lord Shiva. Devotees are welcome to attend and seek the blessings of Lord Shiva. - [Sri Krishna Janmashtami – Saturday, 16th August 2025](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/sri-krishna-janmashtami-saturday-16th-august-2025/) - On this special occasion, the following celebrations will be held at our temple: ? 11:25 AM – Special Suprabhata Seva for Lord Venkateswara?? Followed by puja for Lord Krishna? Then, lunch prasadam will be served to all devotees. ? In the afternoon, there will be a series of fun and festive activities: Pot breaking (Uriyadi) - [Raksha Bandhan / Shravan Pournami – Saturday, 9th August 2025](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/raksha-bandhan-shravan-pournami-saturday-9th-august-2025/) - Raksha Bandhan, also known as Shravan Pournami, falls on Saturday, 9th August 2025. It is a sacred day symbolising the bond of love and protection between brothers and sisters. - [Varalakshmi Vratham – Friday, 8th August 2025 (Shravana Shukravaram)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/varalakshmi-vratham-friday-8th-august-2025-shravana-shukravaram/) - On this auspicious Shravana Friday, Varalakshmi Vratham will be observed. Those who wish to perform the puja or have it performed on their behalf are kindly requested to contact the temple priest in advance. ? Priest's Contact Number: 07597 021071 - [Masa Shivaratri – Wednesday, 23rd July 2025](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/masa-shivaratri-wednesday-23rd-july-2025/) - On this auspicious day of Masa Shivaratri, Abhishekam (sacred bath) will be performed for Lord Shiva. Devotees are welcome to attend and participate in the puja to receive divine blessings. - [Saturday, 19th July 2025 Special Suprabhata Seva](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/saturday-19th-july-2025-special-suprabhata-seva/) - A Special Suprabhata Seva will be performed at 11:25 AM at the temple. This will be followed by lunch prasadam arranged for all devotees. All are warmly welcome to attend and receive the blessings of the Lord. - [Guru Purnima – Thursday, 10th July 2025](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/guru-purnima-thursday-10th-july-2025/) - On the auspicious occasion of Guru Purnima, Abhishekam and Harati will be performed for Sai Baba at 11:00 AM in the temple. All devotees are welcome to participate and receive the blessings of Sai Baba. - [Sunday, 6th July 2025 – Beginning of Tholi Ekadashi Festivities](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/sunday-6th-july-2025-beginning-of-tholi-ekadashi-festivities/) - On Sunday, 6th July 2025, the auspicious Tholi Ekadashi (Ashadha Shuddha Ekadashi) marks the beginning of the sacred Ekadashi festivals. Devotees are encouraged to observe the day with devotion and participate in the traditional rituals. - [Notice to All Members – From the Temple Committee](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2025/07/14/notice-to-all-members-from-the-temple-committee/) - Dear Devotees, Over the past five years, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the committee was unable to personally approach members to collect membership fees. Even though the pandemic period has passed, we sincerely apologise for not being able to resume collections earlier. We are thankful to those who voluntarily paid their membership dues—some by bank - [29-12-2024 Sunday – MaasaShivaRatri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/29-12-2024-sunday-maasashivaratri/) - MaasaShivaRatri all devotees can join on this day, contact priest for further details. - [28-12-2024 – ShaniTroyadasi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/28-12-2024-shanitroyadasi/) - Shani Trayodashi is also known as Shani Pradosh. It holds great religious and astrological importance in Hinduism. It is observed on the Trayodashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha in the month of Chaitra. Pradosh is observed twice a month during the waxing and waning phases of the moon based as per the Hindu calendar. - [21-12-2024 Third Saturday morning 11:25](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/21-12-2024-third-saturday-morning-1125/) - special chorus on Lord Venkateswara Sway Suprabhata Seva and consecrated prasadam will be given and thereafter dinner will be held. - [16-12-2024 Monday – beginning of DhanuraMasam](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/16-12-2024-monday-beginning-of-dhanuramasam/) - Dhanurmasam is the most auspicious month when sun enters the dhanur rasi. As per the lunar calendar it is Margasi:rsha – month when Krushna Himself declared that among all months he is the Margasi:rsha month. About 5000 years ago, Mother Goda Devi incarnated and taught us how to serve the Lord along with all the - [23-06-2025 MAASA SHIVA RAATRI](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/23-06-2025-maasa-shiva-raatri/) - MAASA SHIVA RAATRI: on Friday there will special ceremony on lord Shiva PanchaAmurath, those of you are interested to attend, if not able to do so, you can give your name and gothram name to priest. - [21-06-2025 Lord Srivenkateswara Swamy Suprabhata Seva](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/21-06-2025-lord-srivenkateswara-swamy-suprabhata-seva/) - Third Saturday in the morning 11.20am Lord Srivenkateswara Swamy Suprabhata Seva and thereafter, food will be served. - [25-5-2025 Masa Shiva Ratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/25-5-2025-masa-shiva-ratri/) - Masa Shiva Ratri on Sunday, on this day especial pooja on Parama Shiva for those who cannot attend provide your name and Gothra namam to priest to perform ceremony on your behalf. - [22-5-2025 Sri Hanumadha Jayanthi Chaitra Pournami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/22-5-2025-sri-hanumadha-jayanthi-chaitra-pournami/) - Sri Hanumadha Jayanthi Chaitra Pournami Thursday Hanuman with betel leaf and sandal wood abhishekam (anointed), for those would like to participate in this ceremony bring flowers and betel leaves, always see priest available at the temple. - [17-5-2025 SRI VENKATESWARA KALYANAM](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/17-5-2025-sri-venkateswara-kalyanam/) - SRI VENKATESWARA KALYANAM, on Saturday at our Preston Telugu Community Temple there will be Sri Alivelumanga and Padamavathi Sametha Sri Venkateswara Kalyanam (wedding) commences at 9.45am. All the devotees’ who would to participate in this event and all couples who want to sit in this event there is a fee of £20 for those people - [17-05-2025 Lord Srivenkateswara Swamy Suprabhata Seva](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/17-05-2025-lord-srivenkateswara-swamy-suprabhata-seva/) - Third Saturday in the morning 11.20am Lord Srivenkateswara Swamy Suprabhata Seva and thereafter, food will be served. - [26-04-2025 MAASA SHIVA RAATRI](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/26-04-2025-maasa-shiva-raatri/) - MAASA SHIVA RAATRI: on Friday there will special ceremony on lord Shiva PanchaAmurath, those of you are interested to attend, if not able to do so, you can give your name and gothram name to priest. - [19-04-2025 Lord Srivenkateswara Swamy Suprabhata Seva](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/19-04-2025-lord-srivenkateswara-swamy-suprabhata-seva/) - Third Saturday in the morning 11.20am Lord Srivenkateswara Swamy Suprabhata Seva and thereafter, food will be served. - [6-04-2025 SRI RAMA NAVAMI](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/6-04-2025-sri-rama-navami/) - SRI RAMA NAVAMI, on Sunday Sri Seetharam Kalyanam at the temple from 9am, thereafter food will be served and evening 7pm there will be Lord Sri PuspaYoga commences, for those who would like to participate, contact priest for further details. - [UGADHI: on 30-03-2025 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/ugadhi-on-30-03-2025-sunday/) - Sri Viswas Naama Year Ugadhi festival. On this day, most auspicious ceremonies performed on Sri Venkateswara Swamy, thereafter, opening of new Almanac (Panchangam) for the new year horoscope. Please all devotees are welcome to attend. Starting time from 11am with neem pickle and prasadham, for further information contact priest. - [28-03-2025 MAASA SHIVA RAATRI](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/28-03-2025-maasa-shiva-raatri/) - MAASA SHIVA RAATRI: on Friday there will special ceremony on lord Shiva PanchaAmurath, those of you are interested to attend, if not able to do so, you can give your name and gothram name to priest. - [15-03-2025 Lord Srivenkateswara Swamy Suprabhata Seva](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/15-03-2025-lord-srivenkateswara-swamy-suprabhata-seva/) - Third Saturday in the morning 11.20am Lord Srivenkateswara Swamy Suprabhata Seva and thereafter, food will be served. - [26-2-2025 Maha Shivaratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/26-2-2025-maha-shivaratri/) - Maha Shivaratri on Wednesday: on this day on Parama Shiva special Pancha Amrutha Abhishekam will be performed from 5am onwards. On the evening on this day there will be Abhishekamulu and continued onto nights till morning, if anyone interested you can attend the ceremony, if you are unable to attend you can give your name - [27-1-2025 MAASA SHIVA RAATRI](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/27-1-2025-maasa-shiva-raatri/) - MAASA SHIVA RAATRI: on Monday there will special ceremony on lord Shiva PanchaAmurath, those of you are interested to attend, if not able to do so, you can give your name and gothram name to priest. - [19-1-2025 Sankranthi festival](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/19-1-2025-sankranthi-festival/) - Sankranthi festival and Telugu Community 50th year anniversary would be celebrated on Sunday for everyone’s convenient. On this day in the temple from 10am to 11:30am there will be ceremony, thereafter from 12pm the celebration will be held in the CIVIC HALL, CALDER AVENUE, LONGRIDGE PR3 3HJ. There will be children play, traditional dances, poetics, - [16-1-2025 Mukkakanumapanduga](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/16-1-2025-mukkakanumapanduga/) - Mukkakanumapanduga on Thursday - [15-1-2025 Kanumapanduga](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/15-1-2025-kanumapanduga/) - Kanumapanduga on Wednesday. - [14-1-2025 Makara Sankranthi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/14-1-2025-big-festival-makara-sankranthi/) - Big festival Makara Sankranthi on Tuesday those of elderly people passed away on this day donating vegetables to priest on behalf of beloved ones would be good deed. - [13-1-2025 Sankranthi Bhogi Panduga](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/13-1-2025-sankranthi-bhogi-panduga/) - Sankranthi Bhogi Panduga on Monday. - [10-1-2025 Friday Vaikunta Ekadasi Mukoti Ekadasi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/10-1-2025-friday-vaikunta-ekadasi-mukoti-ekadasi/) - Vaikunta Ekadasi Mukoti Ekadasi on this day Sri Venkateswara Swamy special greeting with the lord on the north bound. - [1-1-2025 English New Year](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/1-1-2025-english-new-year/) - English New Year on Wednesday - [SPECIAL NOTICE 2025](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/12/14/special-notice-2025/) - For membership fee we are unable to go around to collect but some members phoned and paid their membership, and some people paid through their Banks; we are really appreciated and soon we will be going around to collect membership those of you who missed it. Thank you all. NOTE: PLEASE DO NOT BRING ANY - [06-12-2024 Friday – Subramanyam Swamy Sashti](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/06-12-2024-friday-subramanyam-swamy-sashti/) - Subramanyam Swamy Sashti special rituals and ceremonies - [02-12-2024 Monday – PoliPoudaymi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/02-12-2024-monday-polipoudaymi/) - PoliPoudaymi on this day people can donate food for priests. - [29-11-2024 Monday – MaasaShivatri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/29-11-2024-monday-maasashivatri/) - It is a notable festival in Hinduism, marking a remembrance of "overcoming darkness and ignorance" in life and the world. It is observed by remembering Shiva and chanting prayers, fasting, and meditating on ethics and virtues such as honesty, non-injury to others, charity, forgiveness, and the discovery of Shiva. Ardent devotees stay awake throughout this - [16-11-2024 Third Saturday morning 11:25](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/16-11-2024-third-saturday-morning-1125/) - Special chorus on Lord Venkateswara Sway Suprabhata Seva and consecrated prasadam will be given and thereafter dinner will be held. - [15-11-2024 Friday – KarthikaPournami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/15-11-2024-friday-karthikapournami/) - KarthikaPournami JalaThoranam KedaraReshwari Swamy Vratalu. - [13-11-2024 Wednesday – KsheeeraAbidhi Dwadasi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/13-11-2024-wednesday-ksheeeraabidhi-dwadasi/) - KsheeeraAbidhi Dwadasi today on Tulasi plant DeepaArdhana (oil lamp luminaire) - [05-11-2024 Tuesday – NaagulaChavithi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/05-11-2024-tuesday-naagulachavithi/) - NaagulaChavithi there will be Abhishekamulu on Subramanyam Swamy. - [02-11-2024 Saturday – Commencing of KarhtikaMaasam](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/02-11-2024-saturday-commencing-of-karhtikamaasam/) - Commencing of KarhtikaMaasam, everyday there will AkaasaDeepam (Sky Lamp) will be lit every day for all whole month of KarthikaMaasam. - [31-10-2024 Thursday – Deepavali (Diwali)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/31-10-2024-thursday-deepavali-diwali/) - Deepavali (Diwali) all the devotees are welcome for the fireworks. Please note: the celebration takes place on 2nd November 2024 in the evening 6pm till late, on this day there will be Lakshmi Pooja and Fireworks. - [30-10-2024 MaasaShivaratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/30-10-2024-maasashivaratri/) - MaasaShivaratri – on Wednesday NarakChatrudasi all devotees join at the temple if you can and contact priest for futher details. - [19-10-2024 Third Saturday morning 11:25](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/19-10-2024-third-saturday-morning-1125/) - Special chorus on Lord Venkateswara Sway Suprabhata Seva and consecrated prasadam will be given and thereafter dinner will be held. - [19-10-2024 Tuesday is Attla Thadhi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/19-10-2024-tuesday-is-attla-thadhi/) - Attla Thadhi, this is mainly celebrated by newly wedded couples, and especially females do Chandrodaya Uma Gouri Varatam, for further information contact priest. - [12-10-2024 Saturday VijayaDasami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/12-10-2024-saturday-vijayadasami/) - VijayaDasami in the evening at temple there is Sami Pooja, thereafter there will be LADU auction, the donors are Sri Prabhakar Reddy Satti and Srimathi Ramalakhsmi Satti. After the auction there will be dinner will be served. - [11-10-2024 Friday MahaNavami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/11-10-2024-friday-mahanavami/) - Mahanavami is third and final day of Durga Puja. Durga Puja on Maha Navami begins with Mahasnan and Shodashopachar Puja. - [10-10-2024 Thursday DurgaAshtami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/10-10-2024-thursday-durgaashtami/) - Durga Ashtami or Maha Ashtami is the eighth day of the Navaratri festival celebrated by Hindus in veneration of the goddess Durga. In Eastern India, Durga Ashatmi is also one of the most auspicious days of the five days-long Durga Puja festival. - [03-10-2024 Devi Navaratrulu Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/03-10-2024-devi-navaratrulu-thursday/) - DeviNavaratrulu commences. Every morning 5.00am to 10am and 4.00pm to 9.00pm everyday Sri Durga Pooja and Kumkum Archana performed. We wish all devotees to taking blessings of Goddess Durga and live in prosperously. Any devotees interested in participating would welcome, if any reasons those who cannot attend, such as work related, they can give their - [30-09-2024 MaasaShivaratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/30-09-2024-maasashivaratri/) - MaasaShivaratri: Monday on this day Shiva’s Panchaamrutamulu Abhishekamulu, if anyone wants to join and contact priest further details. - [21-09-2024 Third Saturday morning 11:25](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/21-09-2024-third-saturday-morning-1125/) - Special chorus on Lord Venkateswara Sway Suprabhata Seva and consecrated prasadam will be given and thereafter dinner will be held. - [06-09-2024  VinayakaChavithi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/06-09-2024-vinayakachavithi/) - VinayakaChavithi on Friday on this Lord Ganesh born in this Star and becomes most auspicious event in this year. Sri Vinayak Chavithi (Ganesh), from 06-09-2024 this day onwards starts Sri Ganapathi Navaratrulu for 9 days (until 14-09-2024). There will be every day regular rituals performed on early morning and evening. If anyone interested in regular - [31-08-2024 MaasaShivaratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/31-08-2024-maasashivaratri/) - MaasaShivaratri – on Saturday join the rituals if you can. - [26-08-2024 Sree Krishna Janmashtami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/26-08-2024-sree-krishna-janmashtami/) - Sree Krishna Janmashtami: Krishna birth falls on 26th August 2024 but for people convenience it will be celebrated on Saturday 31st August 2024 the celebration commences at 5pm. There will be kid’s musical chairs and breaking Perugu Muntha (Yoghurt Pot) and lots more fun activities. We would like everyone to bring their children and participate - [19-08-2024 RakhiPournami SravanaPournami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/19-08-2024-rakhipournami-sravanapournami/) - RakhiPournami SravanaPournami contact priest for further details. - [17-08-2024 Third Saturday morning 11:25](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/17-08-2024-third-saturday-morning-1125/) - Special chorus on Lord Venkateswara Sway Suprabhata Seva and consecrated prasadam will be given and thereafter dinner will be held. - [16-08-2024 VaaraLakshmi Vratam](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/16-08-2024-vaaralakshmi-vratam/) - VaaraLakshmi Vratam on Friday for special ceremony is performed Sri VaaraLakshmi Devi and those of you would like to take priest home please book in advance. - [09-08-2024 Monday NaagaPanchami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/09-08-2024-monday-naagapanchami/) - NaagaPanchami for further details contact priest. - [02-08-2024 MaasaShivaratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/02-08-2024-maasashivaratri/) - MaasaShivaratri – on Thursday join the rituals if you can. - [21-07-2024 GuruPournami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/21-07-2024-gurupournami/) - GuruPournami: Monday Ashda Pournami Vyasa Pournami on this day special Shirdi Sai Baba Abhishekamulu and incense sticks glow, contact priest for further details. - [20-07-2024 Third Saturday morning 11:25](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/20-07-2024-third-saturday-morning-1125/) - Special chorus on Lord Venkateswara Sway Suprabhata Seva and consecrated prasadam will be given and thereafter dinner will be held.20-07-2024 Saturday AGM will be held after Suprabhata Seva at 2pm all committee members must attend and all community is welcome to attend. - [04-07-2024 MaasaShivaratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/04-07-2024-maasashivaratri/) - Shivaratri is one of the most significant festivals celebrated by Hindus worldwide. It commemorates the auspicious night when Lord Shiva, the eternal deity beyond birth and death, manifested himself in the form of the Linga. - [SPECIAL NOTICE 2024](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/06/30/special-notice-2024-2/) - Past three years due to the coronavirus, the committee members unable visit to Collect any membership, but few members phoned and paid the membership and few sent the direct payment to the bank. We kindly request any members that are not paid please pay us soon as possible to continue to maintain out community. Note: - [4-6-2024 Masa Shiva Ratri on Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/4-6-2024-masa-shiva-ratri-on-saturday/) - Masa Shiva Ratri on Saturday, on this day especial pooja on Parama Shiva for those who cannot attend provide your name and Gothra namam to priest to perform ceremony on your behalf. - [23-5-2024 Vaishaki Pournami Budha Pournami on Thursday.](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/23-5-2024-vaishaki-pournami-budha-pournami-on-thursday/) - Vaishaki Pournami Budha Pournami - [18-5-2024 SRI VENKATESWARA KALYANAM on Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/18-5-2024-sri-venkateswara-kalyanam-on-saturday/) - SRI VENKATESWARA KALYANAM, on Saturday at our Preston Telugu Community Temple there will be Sri Alivelumanga and Padamavathi Sametha Sri Venkateswara Kalyanam (wedding) commences in the early morning. All the devotees’ who would to participate in this event and all couples who want to sit in this event there is a fee of £15 for - [13-5-2024 Skaandha Sashti on Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/13-5-2024-skaandha-sashti-on-monday/) - Skaandha Sashti on Monday - [6-5-2024 Maasa Shiva Ratri on Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/6-5-2024-maasa-shiva-ratri-on-monday/) - Maasa Shiva Ratri - [23-4-2024 Sri Hanumadha Jayanthi Chaitra Pournami on Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/23-4-2024-sri-hanumadha-jayanthi-chaitra-pournami-on-tuesday/) - Hanumadha Jayanthi Chaitra Pournami Tuesday Hanuman with betel leaf and sandal wood abhishekam (anointed), for those would like to participate in this ceremony bring flowers and betel leaves, always see priest available at the temple. - [17-4-2024 SRI RAMA NAVAMI, on Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/17-4-2024-sri-rama-navami-on-thursday/) - SRI RAMA NAVAMI, on Thursday Sri Seetharam Kalyanam at the temple for those who would like to participate, contact priest for further details. - [12-4-2024 Vasanthi Panchami Friday.](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/12-4-2024-vasanthi-panchami-friday/) - Vasanthi Panchami - [UGADHI: on 9-4-2024 Tuesday Ugadhi festival](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/ugadhi-on-9-4-2024-tuesday-ugadhi-festival/) - Ugadhi festival. On this day, most auspicious ceremonies performed on Sri Venkateswara Swamy, thereafter, opening of new Almanac (Panchangam) for the new year horoscope. Please all devotees are welcome to attend. Starting time from 11am with neem pickle and prasadham, for further information contact priest. - [SPECIAL NOTICE 2024](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/special-notice-2024/) - For membership fee we are unable to go around to collect but some members phoned and paid their membership and some people paid through their Banks; we are really appreciated and soon we will be going around to collect membership those of you who missed it. Thank you all.NOTE: PLEASE DO NOT BRING ANY FOOD - [Pooja / Service Price List 2024](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2024/04/09/pooja-service-price-list-2024/) - The services below are only available to members of the Telugu Community Association. For details on other services or details on how to obtain membership please contact the TCA office on 01772 798512 or e-mail us at info@venkateswara.co.uk Note: For home services, transportation for the priest should be provided by the devotee. - [7-4-2024 Maasa Shiva Ratri on Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/7-4-2024-maasa-shiva-ratri-on-sunday/) - Maasa Shiva Ratri - [6-4-2024 Shani Troyadasi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/6-4-2024-shani-troyadasi/) - Shani Troyadasi - [8-3-2024 Maha Shivaratri on Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/8-3-2024-maha-shivaratri-on-friday/) - Maha Shivaratri on Friday: on this day Parama Shiva special Pancha Amrutha Abhishekam will be performed from 5am onwards. Contact priest for further details on 01772 798512 or Mobile 0759702171 - [19-2-2024 Bhisma Ekadasi on Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/19-2-2024-bhisma-ekadasi-on-monday/) - Bhisma Ekadasi on Monday on this Lord Vishunu to be most auspicious day. - [16-2-2024 Bhishma Ashtami on Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/16-2-2024-bhishma-ashtami-on-friday/) - Bhishma Ashtami on Friday will be remarkable ceremonies is performed.br> - [15-2-2024 Ratha Saptami or Surya Jayanthi on Thursday.](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/15-2-2024-ratha-saptami-or-surya-jayanthi-on-thursday/) - Ratha Saptami or Surya Jayanthi - [8-2-2024 MAASA SHIVA RAATRI on Thursday.](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/8-2-2024-maasa-shiva-raatri-on-thursday/) - MAASA SHIVA RAATRI - [17-1-2024 Wednesday is Mukkanuma festival.](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/17-1-2024-wednesday-is-mukkanuma-festival/) - Mukkanuma - [16-1-2024 Kanumaa Panduga on Tuesday.](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/16-1-2024-kanumaa-panduga-on-tuesday/) - Kanumaa Panduga - [15-1-2024 Pedha Panduga Makara Sankranthi on Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/15-1-2024-pedha-panduga-makara-sankranthi-on-monday/) - Pedha Panduga Makara Sankranthi - [14-1-2024 Bhogi Panduga Makarasankramanam on Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/14-1-2024-bhogi-panduga-makarasankramanam-on-sunday/) - Makara Sankranthi Uttharayanam commencing, on this day in the temple from 10am to 11:30am there will be ceremony, thereafter from 12pm there is celebration is held in the CIVIC HALL, CALDER AVENUE, LONGRIDGE PR3 3HJ. There will be children play, traditional dances, poetics, dramas and comedy will be performed, for those who would like to - [9-1-2024 Maasa Shiva Raatri on Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/9-1-2024-maasa-shiva-raatri-on-tuesday/) - Lord Shiva Abhishekam on this day, if anyone interested provide your name and gothram name, for those who cannot attend due to their work or any other issues, you can contact priest to perform on your behalf, there is a fee of £8 to pay. Our priest make frequent travel to other programmes in the - [1-1-2024 English New Year on Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2023/11/16/1-1-2024-english-new-year-on-monday/) - Happy New Year 2024 - [Pujari Samudram Venkataratnam Garu](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/02/08/pujari-samudram-venkataratnam-garu/) - Our previous pujari Samudram Venkataratnam Garu now available in temple. You can contact or speak to him using the following numbers. Landline: 01772798512 Mobile: 07597021071 - [29-6-2023 - TholiEkadasi on Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/29-6-2023-tholiekadasi-on-thursday/) - TholiEkadasi on Thursday AsadaSudha Ekadasi Sri Venkateswara meeting is good deed. - [25-6-2023 BhanuSpatami on Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/25-6-2023-bhanuspatami-on-sunday/) - BhanuSpatami on Sunday - [24-6-2023 KumaraSwamy Sashti Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/24-6-2023-kumaraswamy-sashti-saturday/) - KumaraSwamy Sashti Saturday, Shiva and Shakti combined avatar Sri Subramanayam Swamy rituals performed in the temple for those suffering from depression or birth of child may come and participate in this event. - [17-6-2023 Masa Shiva Ratri on Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/17-6-2023-masa-shiva-ratri-on-saturday/) - Masa Shiva Ratri on Saturday, on this day especial pooja on Parama Shiva for those who cannot attend provide your name and Gothra namam to priest to perform ceremony on your behalf. - [18-5-2023 Masa Shiva Ratri on Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/18-5-2023-masa-shiva-ratri-on-thursday/) - 18-5-2023 Masa Shiva Ratri on Thursday, on this day especial pooja on Parama Shiva for those who cannot attend provide your name and Gothra namam to priest to perform ceremony on your behalf. - [14-5-2023 SRI HANUMAN JAYANTHI on Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/14-5-2023-sri-hanuman-jayanthi-on-sunday/) - SRI HANUMAN JAYANTHI, on Sunday especial pooja on Hanuman with betel leaf and sandal wood abhishekam (anointed), for those would like to participate in this ceremony bring flowers and betel leaves, always see priest available at the temple. - [6-5-2023 SRI VENKATESWARA KALYANAM on Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/6-5-2023-sri-venkateswara-kalyanam-on-saturday/) - SRI VENKATESWARA KALYANAM, on Saturday at our Preston Telugu Community Temple there will be Sri Alivelumanga and Padamavathi Sametha Sri Venkateswara Kalyanam (wedding) commences in the early morning. All the devotees’ who would to participate in this event and all couples who want to sit in this event there is a fee of £20. And - [5-5-2023 Sri Narasimha Jayanthi on Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/5-5-2023-sri-narasimha-jayanthi-on-friday/) - Sri Narasimha Jayanthi on BudhaPournami Friday - [1-5-2023 Annavaram Sri Satya Devuni Kalyanam on Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/1-5-2023-annavaram-sri-satya-devuni-kalyanam-on-monday/) - Annavaram Sri Satya Devuni Kalyanam on Monday - [18-4-2023 Masa Shiva Ratri on Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/18-4-2023-masa-shiva-ratri-on-sunday/) - Masa Shiva Ratri on Sunday, on this day especial pooja on Parama Shiva for those who cannot attend provide your name and Gothra namam to priest to perform ceremony on your behalf. - [30-3-2023 SRI RAMA NAVAMI on Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/30-3-2023-sri-rama-navami-on-thursday/) - SRI RAMA NAVAMI, on Thursday Sri Seetharam Kalyanam at the temple for those who would like to participate as family there will be fee of £20 and it is limited to 15 couples. For the priest fee it is up to you how much you want to contribute to him. Any further details contact priest. - [26-3-2023 SriPanchami Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/26-3-2023-sripanchami-sunday/) - SriPanchami on Sunday - [22-3-2023 Ugadhi festival on Wednesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/22-3-2023-ugadhi-festival-on-wednesday/) - Ugadhi festival. On this day, most auspicious ceremonies performed on Sri Venkateswara Swamy, thereafter, opening of new Almanac (Panchangam) for the new year horoscope. Please all devotees are welcome to attend. Starting time from 11.0am with neem pickle and prasadham, for further information contact priest. - [19-3-2023 Masa Shiva Ratri on Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/19-3-2023-masa-shiva-ratri-on-sunday/) - Masa Shiva Ratri on Sunday, on this day especial pooja on Parama Shiva for those who cannot attend provide your name and Gothra namam to priest to perform ceremony on your behalf. - [26-2-2023 BhanuSaptami on Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/26-2-2023-bhanusaptami-on-sunday/) - BhanuSpatami on Sunday - [18-2-2023 Maha Shivaratri on Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/18-2-2023-maha-shivaratri-on-saturday/) - Maha Shivaratri on Saturday on this day Parama Shiva special Pancha Amrutha Abhishekam will be performed from 5am onwards. Contact priest for further details on 01772 798512 or Mobile 0759702171 - [5-2-2023 Sunday is Magha Pournami](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/5-2-2023-sunday-is-maghapournami/) - Magha Pournami - [28-1-2023 Bhishma Ekadasi on Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/28-1-2023-bhishma-ekadasi-on-saturday/) - Bhishma Ekadasi on Saturday will be remarkable ceremonies is performed. - [27-1-2023 Ratha Saptami or Surya Jayanthi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/27-1-2023-ratha-saptami-or-surya-jayanthi/) - Ratha Saptami or Surya Jayanthi, Swasthi on 27-1-2023 Friday is the day of Sun birth and very auspicious. - [21-1-2023 Saturday is Chollangi Amaavasya](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/21-1-2023-saturday-is-chollangi-amaavasya/) - Chollangi Amaavasya is on Saturday, on this day bathing in one of the precious holy river is a good deed. - [14 JAN 2023 Bhogi Panduga](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/14-jan-2023-bhogi-panduga/) - Bhogi Panduga on Saturday Bhogi Panduga - [17 JAN 2023 - Mukkanuma on Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/17-jan-2023-mukkanuma-on-tuesday/) - Mukkanuma on Tuesday - [16 JAN 2023 Kanuma on Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/16-jan-2023-kanuma-on-monday/) - Kanuma on Monday - [19-1-2023 MAASA SHIVA RAATRI](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/19-1-2023-maasa-shiva-raatri/) - MAASA SHIVA RAATRI: Saturday for Parama Shiva there will be abhishekam (anointed) in the mornings, if anyone interested can attend at the temple or those who cannot attend you ask priest to perform the pooja on your behalf by providing your name and gothra namam with £8 fee for the pooja ticket. For any information - [15 JAN 2023 - Sankranthi celebration at Longridge Civic Hall on Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/15-jan-2023-sankranthi-celebration-at-longridge-civic-hall-on-sunday/) - The Sankranti festival was not celebrated for the last three years due to Covid19. We have booked Longridge Civic Hall to celebrate the upcoming Sankranti on 15 Jan 2023 Sunday. Any volunteers can come to decorate the hall for this program. Parents who want to send their children on stage during the Sankranti Festival can - [8-1-2023 Mukoti Ekadasi, Vaikunta Ekadasi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/8-1-2023-mukoti-ekadasi-vaikunta-ekadasi/) - Mukoti Ekadasi, Vaikunta Ekadasi: on Monday is a remarkable religious ceremony is performed, if anyone is interested contact priest. - [1-1-2023 English New Year on Wednesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/1-1-2023-english-new-year-on-wednesday/) - English New Year on Wednesday. - [MEMBERS SPECIAL NOTICE 2023](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/12/04/members-special-notice-2023/) - PAST TWO YEARS DUE TO THE CORONAVIRUS, THE COMMITTEE MEMBERS UNABLE VISIT TO COLLECT ANY MEMBERSHIP, BUT FEW MEMBERS PHONED AND PAID THE MEMBERSHIP AND FEW SENT THE DIRECT PAYMENT TO THE BANK. WE KINDLY REQUEST ANY MEMBERS THAT ARE NOT PAID PLEASE PAY US SOON AS POSSIBLE TO CONTINUE TO MAINTAIN OUT COMMUNITY. NOTE: - [04 DEC 2022 - Geeta Jayanti marks the birthday of Srimad Bhagavad Gita](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/11/11/04-dec-2022-geeta-jayanti-marks-the-birthday-of-srimad-bhagavad-gita/) - Lord Krishna gave the sermon of Bhagavad Gita to Arjuna just before the start of the Kurukshetra War. Here, we give you a brief history leading to this great event. On 04 DEC 2022 Sunday, on this day remarkable religious ceremonies is performed, if anyone is interested contact priest. - [05 DEC 2022 - Sri Hanumad Vratham](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/11/11/05-dec-2022-sri-hanumad-vratham/) - Hanuman Vratham is determined on Margasira Shukla Trayodashi. throughout Hanuman Vratham, Sri Ganapati pooja is performing before proceeding for Hanuman pooja. On 5 DEC 2022 Monday, on this day remarkable religious ceremonies is performed, if anyone is interested contact priest. - [16 DEC 2022 - Anasuya Ashtami Dattatreya Anasuya Devi pooja](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/11/11/16-dec-2022-anasuya-ashtami-dattatreya-anasuya-devi-pooja/) - 16 DEC 2022 Friday, on this day remarkable religious ceremonies is performed, if anyone is interested contact priest. - [22 DEC 2022 - Masa Shivaratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2022/11/11/22-dec-2022-masa-shivaratri/) - Masa Shiva Ratri on Thrusday, on this day especial pooja on Parama Shiva for those who cannot attend provide your name and Gothra namam to priest to perform ceremony on your behalf. - [Members Notice](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2020/07/16/members-notice/) - We thank all your support and help for the community. We do apologies if there is any wrongness or mistakes, we make. If anyone wants to suggest or any complaints email us: info@venkateswara.co.uk. Any pending donations or membership fees please kindly pay to the priest and take a receipt. It is important that your donations - [2021 – SPECIAL NOTICE & TEMPLE Opening Times](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2021/05/31/2021-special-notice-temple-opening-times/) - The temple opening times have changed until further notice, due to further delays in Visa acquiring process to recruit a new Priest and there in no serving Priest to open the temple 24/7.New temple opening timesSaturday: 06:00 am – 8:00 am | 01:00 pm – 02:30 pmSunday – Friday: 06:30 am – 07:30 am.Any other - [List of 2020 festivals events](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2020/07/16/list-of-2020-festivals-events/) - 18-7-2020 Saturday- ShaniTrayodasi19-7-2020 Sunday - Bhahulu sudha Maasa Shivatri31-7-2020 Friday – Varalakshmi Vratam Shravana Sudha Dwadasi1-8-2020 Saturday – Shani Trayodasi3-8-2020 Monday – Rakhi Pournami and Jandhayala Pournami11-8-2020 Tuesday – Sri Krishna Janmashtami Shravana Bahula Ashtami15-8-2020 Saturday – India Independence Day17-8-2020 Monday – MaasaShivaratri Shravana Bahula Chuturdasi22-8-2020 Saturday – Vinayak Chavithi23-8-2020 Sunday – Rushipanchami, on this - [2020 - SPECIAL NOTICE](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/12/05/2020-special-notice/) - The present priest name is Samudram Venkataratnam Garu, he will be performing all sorts of rituals and ceremonies as your wish, his mobile number is 07597021071 Landline 01772798512, you can contact him at any time and arrange for whatever and whenever your needs. Due to ongoing Corona Virus pandemic, could you all devotees maintain 1 - [24-12-2019 MaasaShivaratri Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/24-12-2019-maasashivaratri-saturday/) - MaasaShivaratri Saturday: for the Pooja ceremony and for all Pooja items the cost of ticket is £6, if anyone unable to attend you can give your name and ticket cost, the pooja is done on your behalf. Please contact priest for further details. - [18-6-2020 Masa Shiva Ratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/12/05/18-6-2020-masa-shiva-ratri/) - Masa Shiva Ratri on Thursday, on this day especial pooja on Parama Shiva for those who cannot attend provide your name and Gothra namam to priest to perform ceremony on your behalf. - [8-5-2020 Masa Shiva Ratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/12/05/8-5-2020-masa-shiva-ratri/) - Masa Shiva Ratri on Friday, on this day especial pooja on Parama Shiva for those who cannot attend provide your name and Gothra namam to priest to perform ceremony on your behalf. - [3-5-2020 SRI VENKATESWARA KALYANAM](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/12/05/3-5-2020-sri-venkateswara-kalyanam/) - SRI VENKATESWARA KALYANAM, on Sunday at our Preston Telugu Community Temple there will be Sri Alivelumanga and Padamavathi Sametha Sri Venkateswara Kalyanam (wedding) commences in the early morning. All the devotees’ who would to participate in this event bring all Pooja items, and all couples who want to sit in this event there is a - [24-4-2020 Masa Shiva Ratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/12/05/24-4-2020-masa-shiva-ratri/) - Masa Shiva Ratri on Monday, on this day especial pooja on Parama Shiva for those who cannot attend provide your name and Gothra namam to priest to perform ceremony on your behalf. - [7-4-2020 SRI HANUMAN JAYANTHI](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/12/05/7-4-2020-sri-hanuman-jayanthi/) - SRI HANUMAN JAYANTHI, on Tuesday especial pooja on Hanuman with betel leaf and sandal wood Abhishekam (anointed), for those would like to participate in this ceremony bring flowers and betel leaves, see priest available at the temple at all time. - [2-4-2020 SRI RAMA NAVAMI](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/12/05/2-4-2020-sri-rama-navami/) - SRI RAMA NAVAMI, on Thursday Sri Seetharam Kalyanam at the temple for those who would like to participate, contact priest on Phone Landline 01772 798512 or Mobile: 07597021071 - [25-3-2020 - UGADHI](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/12/05/25-3-2020-ugadhi/) - Ugadhi festivl on Wednesday. On this day, most auspicious ceremonies performed on Sri Venkateswara Swamy, thereafter, opening of new Almanac (Panchangam) for the new year horoscope. Please all devotees are welcome to attend. Starting time from 11.0am with neem pickle and prasadham, for further information contact priest. - [21-3-2020 Saturday is Masa Shiva Ratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/12/05/21-3-2020-saturday-is-masa-shiva-ratri/) - Masa Shiva Ratri, devotees can perform Pooja, For the cost of £6 this includes performance and the items for the Pooja, a receipt will be given. If you need regular performance of this pooja, please contact the priest. - [9-3-2020 is Holi festival](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/12/05/9-3-2020-is-holi-festival/) - Holi festival on Monday 9-3-2020 - [7-3-2020 Saturday is ShaniTroyadasi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/12/05/7-3-2020-saturday-is-shanitroyadasi/) - Saturday is ShaniTroyadasi, devotees can perform Pooja - [21-2-2020 Maha Shivaratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/12/05/21-2-2020-maha-shivaratri/) - Maha Shivaratri on Friday: on this day Parama Shiva special Pancha Amrutha Abhishekam will be performed. Contact priest for further details on 01772 798512 or Mobile 0759702171 - [5-2-2020 Bhishma Ekadasi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/12/05/5-2-2020-bhishma-ekadasi/) - Bhishma Ekadasi on Wednesday will be remarkable ceremonies is performed. - [1-2-2020 Ratha Saptami or Surya Jayanthi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/12/05/1-2-2020-ratha-saptami-or-surya-jayanthi/) - Ratha Saptami or Surya Jayanthi: on 1-2-2020 Saturday is the day of Sun birth and very auspicious. - [23-1-2020 MAASA SHIVA RAATRI](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/12/05/23-1-2020-maasa-shiva-raatri/) - MAASA SHIVA RAATRI : Saturday for Parama Shiva there will be abhishekam (anointed) in the mornings, if anyone interested can attend at the temple or those who cannot attend you ask priest to perform the pooja on your behalf by providing your name and gothra namam with £6 fee for the pooja ticket. For any - [19-1-2020 - Sankranthi Bhogi Manta (Bon Fire)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/12/05/19-1-2020-bhogi-manta-bon-fire/) - Due to working days for everyone in UK, the celebration of Sankranthi will be held on Sunday at 10:45am at our Preston Telugu Community with Bhogi Manta (Bon Fire) thereafter at 11:45 Civic hall, Longridge, there will be variety of foods, entertainment, drama, comedy and singing. Also, fun acts from children and adults, there will - [16-1-2020 Kanuma on Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/12/05/16-1-2020-kanuma-on-thursday/) - Kanuma on Thursday - [15-1-2020 Makara Sankranthi on Wednesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/12/05/15-1-2020-makara-sankranthi-on-wednesday/) - Makara Sankranthi on Wednesday - [14-1-2020 Bhogi Panduga](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/12/05/14-1-2020-bhogi-panduga/) - Bhogi Panduga on Tuesday - [6-1-2020 Mukkoti Ekadasi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/12/05/6-1-2020-mukkoti-ekadasi/) - Mukkoti Ekadasi, Vaikunta Ekadasi: on this day remarkable religious ceremonies is performed, if anyone is interested contact priest. - [1-1-2020 English New Year](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/12/05/1-1-2020-english-new-year/) - English New Year on Wednesday - [PUBLIC NOTICE 2019](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/public-notice-2019-2/) - We have regular Suprabhataseva on every 3rd Saturday of the Month at 11.30am, it has been continuing past 3 decades. We have telugu teaching classes Saturday afternoons by Priest but we can only run these classes if parents are interested to bring their children. For all the existing members the Archana ticket is free. We - [16-9-2019 Undrallu Tadhi on Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/16-9-2019-undrallu-tadhi-on-monday/) - Undrallu Tadhi on Monday, on the day Pooja performed on sacred cow and any food donation is given to priests. - [Sri Vinayak Chavithi on 2-9-2019](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/sri-vinayak-chavithi-on-2-9-2019/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri VeekariNama Year, BhaadraPada Sudha Chavithi on 2-9-2019 Monday till 11-9-2019, Sri Ganapati Navaratrulu starts for 9 days. There will be every day regular rituals performed on early morning and evening. If anyone interested in regular attendance for the puja can do so; there is fee of £10 for 9 days applicable. - [Polambhavratam on 30-8-2019](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/polambhavratam-on-30-8-2019/) - Amavasya Friday. This day known as Polaalu Amavasya; on this day taking Kanda (YAM) as Gowari Devi, Lakshmi Devi is worshiped for those who do not have any kids. For further enquiry contact Priest. - [Sree Krishna Janmashtami 23-8-2019](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/sree-krishna-janmashtami-23-8-2019/) - Krishna birth falls on 23rd August 2019 Friday, but for the convenient the festive is celebrate on 24-8-2019 which starts at 5pm. There will be kid’s musical chairs and breaking Perugu Muntha (Yoghurt Pot) and lots more fun activities. We wish that everyone brings their children and some food would be appreciated and participate in - [Jandhyala Pournami, Raakhi Panduga 15-8-2019](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/jandhyala-pournami-raakhi-panduga-15-8-2019/) - Jandhyala Pournami, Raakhi Panduga on Thursday celebrates Jandhayala Pournami and Raaksha Bandhan to brothers and sisters. - [9-8-2019 Vara Lakshmi Vratam](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/9-8-2019-vara-lakshmi-vratam/) - 9-8-2019 Friday Sri Vara Lakshmi Vratam. This most auspicious occasion especially for ladies, we request that anyone interested in doing this Vratam at the temple or perform at their home, please contact the priest. - [6-8-2019 Shravani Gouri Mangal Vratam Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/6-8-2019-shravani-gouri-mangal-vratam-tuesday/) - Shravani Gouri Mangal Vratam on Tuesday - [30-7-2019 MaasaShivaratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/30-7-2019-maasashivaratri/) - Tuesday on this day Parama Shiva Abhishekam done to nullifies any bad omens/luck removed and blessed with luck. In order to perform this event, the ticket cost £6 per head includes all ceremonial items. If in any case those of you unable to attend provide your name and gothra namam (progeny name) to priest with - [17-7-2019 Wednesday Karkatakam Sankramnam](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/17-7-2019-wednesday-karkatakam-sankramnam/) - Wednesday Karkatakam Sankramnam (Cancer Eclipse) Utrayanam Poonyakaalam Samaptam (North horizon ends) and Dakshinayanamkaalam praarambham (South horizon begins). - [Guru Pournami on 16-7-2019 Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/guru-pournami-on-16-7-2019-tuesday/) - Guru Pournami. For Sri Shiridi Sai Baba commencing early morning there is Abhishekam and Vibhooti (Chalk) rituals performed. On this day Sampurna Chandragrahanam (full Moon Eclipse) on this evening 6pm onwards Temple will be closed, on the day before, Thursday evening Pournami starts therefore there will be special Aarathi will be given. Any interesting devotees - [12-07-2019 Friday Tholi Ekadasi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/12-07-2019-friday-tholi-ekadasi/) - Tholi Ekadasi, Asada Sudha ekadasi on this day Sri Venkateswara Swamy auspicious day. - [8-7-2019 Kumara Sashiti Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/8-7-2019-kumara-sashiti-monday/) - Shiva and Adhi Shakti ammavaru the couples born Sri Subramanyam Swamy, on this day Sri Valli Devi Sametha Sri Subramanyam Swamy Abhishekam and marriage ceremonial is performed on the idols to benefit for those who are childless and for those who are bachelors. For all the pooja item and for those who wish to perform - [1-7-2019 MasaShivaratri on Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/1-7-2019-masashivaratri-on-sunday/) - Sunday on this day Parama Shiva Abhishekam done to nullifies any bad omens/luck removed and blessed with luck. In order to perform this event, the ticket cost £6 per head includes all ceremonial items. If in any case those of you unable to attend provide your name and gothra namam (progeny name) to priest with - [1-6-2019 MasaShivaratri and Shani Throyodasi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/1-6-2019-masashivaratri-and-shani-throyodasi/) - Saturday on this day Parama Shiva Abhishekam done to nullifies any bad omens/luck removed and blessed with luck. In order to perform this event, the ticket cost £6 per head includes all ceremonial items. If in any case those of you unable to attend provide your name and gothra namam (progeny name) to priest with - [Sri Anjaneya Swamy Jayanthi on 29-5-2019](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/sri-anjaneya-swamy-jayanthi-on-29-5-2019/) - Wednesday Sri Anjaneya Swamy Vari Jayanthi. On the day early morning commences with Swamy Vari Abhishekam, Tamalu Pakulu (Betel Leaf) and Sindhuram puja (Rituals) is performed. We kindly request all the devotees to attend and participate on this most precious occasion and receive Sri Hanuman blessings. - [Sri Venkateswara Kalayanam on 18-05-2019 Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/sri-venkateswara-kalayanam-on-18-05-2019-saturday/) - Preston Balaji Temple celebrating on 18-5-2019 Saturday Sri Venkateswara Kalayanam. On this day Sri Alivelu Manga, Padmavathi wed Sri Venkateswara Swamy. We have arranged couples to participate in this occasion. We request that any interested members to forward their names in advance to the priest and any Pooja items are required to bring with you. - [3-5-2019 MasaShivaratri Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/3-5-2019-masashivaratri-friday/) - MasaShivaratri Friday on this day Parama Shiva Abhishekam done to nullifies any bad omens/luck removed and blessed with luck. In order to perform this event, the ticket cost £6 per head includes all ceremonial items. If in any case those of you unable to attend provide your name and gothra namam (progeny name) to priest - [22-04-2019 Monday Sankarchaturdasi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/22-04-2019-monday-sankarchaturdasi/) - Monday Sankarchaturdasi on the evening Sri Ganesh offerings with Garika (dry grass) and Undarallu (rice balls) to beneficial for well education for your childrens. - [Koru Konda Tirdham (Fair) 15-04-2019](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/koru-konda-tirdham-fair-15-04-2019/) - Ekadasi Sri Venkateswara Pooja auspicious day. - [Sri Rama Navami on 13-04-2019 Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/sri-rama-navami-on-13-04-2019-saturday/) - Seetha Rama Kalyanam performed in our temple for those of you are interested in participating in this event, please contact the priest in advance to book your place. Contact on mobile: 07597021071 Landline: 01772 798512 - [19-04-2019 Good Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/19-04-2019-good-friday/) - Chaitra Poornima Chitragupta Vratam performed on the day to Shiva and Sri Anjenayaswamy - [UGADHI: on 6-4-2019 Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/12/21/ugadhi-on-6-4-2019-saturday/) - Ugadhi festival. On this day, most auspicious ceremonies performed on Sri Venkateswara Swamy, thereafter opening of new Almanac (Panchangam) for the new year horoscope. Please all devotees are welcome to attend.Starting time from 11.0am - [Sri Subrahmanyam Swamy Sashti 2-12-2019 Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/sri-subrahmanyam-swamy-sashti-2-12-2019-monday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri VeekariNama Year, Margasira Sudha Sashti on 2-12-2019 Monday. In the morning at 10am Sri Subrahmanyam Swamy Kalyanam performed thereafter neeranjanam and mantra pushpalu given. Anyone interested in performing this Kalyanam please contact priest. - [25-11-2019 MaasaShivaratri Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/25-11-2019-maasashivaratri-saturday/) - MaasaShivaratri Saturday: for the Pooja ceremony and for all Pooja items the cost of ticket is £6, if anyone unable to attend you can give your name and ticket cost, the pooja is done on your behalf. Please contact priest for further details. - [Karthika Pournami 12-11-2019 Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/karthika-pournami-12-11-2019-tuesday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri VeekariNama Year, Karthika Sudha Pournami on 12-11-2019 Tuesday. On evening of this day Deepalu and Shiva pooja is performed. Anyone can attend. - [Nagula Chavithi 31-10-2019 Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/nagula-chavithi-31-10-2019-thursday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri VeekariNama Year, Karthika Sudha Chavithi on 31-10-2019 Thursday. On this day there is special pooja performed on god Subrahmanya Swamy. All those devotees interested in attending this occasion please contact priest. - [Karthika Masam on 28-10-2019](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/karthika-masam-on-28-10-2019/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri VeekariNama Year, Karthika Sudha Pounami on 28-10-2019 starting from Monday every evening at 6.15pm Aakaasa Deepaardhana and Shiva Abhishekam will be performed for one month, any interested devotees can attend. - [Deepavali 27-10-2019 on Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/deepavali-27-10-2019-on-sunday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri VeekariNama Year, Kartika masa on 27-10-2019 on Sunday is Deepavali, KShedra Vratam and MaasaShivaratri in the evening at 6pm there will be Deepalu lights and Lakshmi Devi pooja with neerajanam and mantra pushpalu will be given and thereafter fireworks. All enthusiastic people can bring their own home-made food and fireworks. We - [Attla Thaddhi on 16-10-2019 Wednesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/attla-thaddhi-on-16-10-2019-wednesday/) - Attla Thaddhi, this is mainly celebrated by newly wedded couples, and especially females do Chandrodaya Uma Gouri Varatam, for further information contact priest. - [DEVI NAVARATRULU on 29-9-2019 Sunday onwards](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/devi-navaratrulu-on-29-9-2019-sunday-onwards/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri VeekariNama Year Ashvija Sudha Pournami on 29-9-2019 Sunday onwards DeviNavaratrulu commences. From 29-9-2019 to 8-10-2019 every morning 5.00am to 10am and 4.00pm to 9.00pm everyday Sri Durga Pooja and Kumkum archana performed. We wish all devotees’ to taking blessings of Goddess Durga and live in prosperously. Any devotees interested in participating - [27-9-2019 MaasaShivaratri Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2019/03/30/27-9-2019-maasashivaratri-saturday/) - MaasaShivaratri on Saturday, for the Pooja ceremony and for all Pooja items the cost of ticket is £6, if anyone unable to attend you can give your name and ticket cost, the pooja is done on your behalf. Please contact priest for further details. - [PUBLIC NOTICE 2018](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/12/21/public-notice-2019/) - SPECIAL NOTICE: WITH HELP OF EVERY MEMBER OF THE TELUGU COMMUNITY SUBSCRIPTIONS THE COMMUNITY RUNS. WE APPRECIATE THAT YOU WOULD ALL KEEP UP ALL YOUR YEARLY PAYMENTS TO THE COMMUNITY. WE ALSO RECOMMEND THAT YOU SEND YOUR CHILDREN TO THE TELUGU SCHOOL AND FOR ANY CONSULTATION OF ALMANAC (PANCHAGAM) SEE PRIEST. We have new priest - [Sri Lakshmi Ganapathi Homam](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2010/09/12/sri-lakshmi-ganapathi-homam/) - All devotees who are interested in doing Sri Lakshmi Ganapathi Homam in this month of Bhadrapada can now be done in our temple please contact our Priest on 01772 798512 for more info. - [Proposal for New Community Centre](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/06/24/proposal-for-new-community-centre/) - The County Council of Preston put up a sale of property located on Cromwell Road, Ribbleton, Preston. This property is an old school, which consist of 2.25 acres of land. The land segmented in two portions, the land first portion of land contains a massive building with front big area of land which can corporate - [Balagokulam](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/09/27/balagokulam/) - Balagokulam is a weekly programme where children can learn about the Hindu culture and values in an enjoyable atmosphere. Activities include Yoga, Games, Shlokas, Arts and Crafts. Balagokulam is a non-profit organisation that is run around the world as well as many centres in the UK, including Warrington, Bolton & Liverpool. While Preston has a - [Masashivaratri 4-3-2019 Wednesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/12/21/masashivaratri-4-3-2019-masashivaratri-4-3-2019-wednesday/) - Masashivaratri, devotees can perform Pooja, For the cost of £6 this includes performance and the items for the Pooja, a receipt will be given. If you need regular performance of this pooja, please contact the priest.landline 01772 798512 - [16-2-2019 Saturday - Anthravedhi Teerdham and Bheeshma Ekadasi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/12/21/16-2-2019-saturday-anthravedhi-teerdham-and-bheeshma-ekadasi/) - 16-2-2019 Saturday is Anthravedhi Teerdham and Bheeshma Ekadasi, on this day Maha Vishunu Pooja performed. - [Ratha Saptami on 12-2-2019 Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/12/21/ratha-saptami-on-12-2-2019-tuesday/) - Ratha Saptami or Surya Jayanthi: Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sree Hemalabindu Nama samvathsara Sudha Ratha Saptami on 12-2-2019 Tuesday is the day of Sun birth and very auspicious. - [3-2-2019 Saturday is Masashivaratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/12/21/3-2-2019-saturday-is-masashivaratri/) - Masashivaratri, devotees can perform Pooja, For the cost of £6 this includes performance and the items for the Pooja, a receipt will be given. If you need regular performance of this pooja, please contact the priest. - [2-2-2019 Saturday is ShaniTroyadasi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/12/21/2-2-2019-saturday-is-shanitroyadasi/) - 2-2-2019 Saturday is ShaniTroyadasi, devotees can perform Pooja - [19-1-2019 Saturday is ShaniTroyadasi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/12/21/19-1-2019-saturday-is-shanitroyadasi/) - 19-1-2019 Saturday is ShaniTroyadasi, devotees can perform Pooja - [14-1-2019: Sankranthi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/12/21/14-1-2019-sankranthi/) - 14-1-2019: Sankranthi: Monday 14-1-2018 is Bogi festival and 15-1-2018 Tuesday is Makara Sankranthi and 16-1-2018 Wednesday is Kanuma festival. For all people convenience the celebration of Sankranthi festival is held on 13-1-2019 at our Community Centre, therefore we request all members to bring the food whether is home made or brought from shops. For furthermore - [4-1-2019 MasaShivaratri](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/12/21/4-1-2019-masashivaratri/) - MasaShivaratri: for the Lord Shiva Abhishekam performed on this day if anyone unable to attend due to work reasons or for any other reasons, you can priest to perform on your or family behalf. For the cost of £6 this includes performance and the items for the Pooja, a receipt will be given. If you - [1-1-2019 English New Year](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/12/21/1-1-2019-english-new-year/) - Merry Christmas & Happy New Year. Make the season bright with joy, peace, love, and hope. May your 2019 be bright and beautiful! - [PUBLIC NOTICE 2018](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/public-notice-2018/) - We have regular Suprabhataseva on every 3rd Saturday of the Month at 11.30am, it has been continuing past 3 decades. We have telugu teaching classes Saturday afternoons by Priest but we can only run these classes if parents are interested to bring their children .For all the existing members the Archana ticket is free. We - [Sri Subrahmanyam Swamy Sashti on on 13-12-2018 Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/sri-subrahmanyam-swamy-sashti-on-on-13-12-2018-thursday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vilambi Nama Year, Margasira Sudha Sashti on 13-12-2018 Thursday. In the morning at 10am Sri Subrahmanyam Swamy Kalyanam performed thereafter neeranjanam and mantra pushpalu given. Anyone interested in performing this Kalyanam please contact priest. - [PoluSwargam on 8-12-2018 Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/poluswargam-on-8-12-2018-saturday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vilambi Nama Year, BhaadraPada Amavasya on 8-12-2018 Saturday. On this day it is known as PoluSwargam, it is occasion of giving donations. This can be in form of buying vegetables, cookery utensils and donating to priest. - [Karthika Pournami on 23-11-2018 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/karthika-pournami-on-23-11-2018-friday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vilambi Nama Year, Karthika Sudha Pournami on 23-11-2018 Friday. On evening of this day Deepalu and Shiva pooja is performed. Anyone can attend. MaasaShivaratri 5-12-2018 Wednesday (Karthika Maasam) - [Samoohika Sri Satyanarayana Swamy vratam on 02-12-2018 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/samoohika-sri-satyanarayana-swamy-vratam-on-02-12-2018-sunday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vilambi Nama Year, on 02-12-2018 Sunday, Sri Rama Sahita Veera Venkata Satyarayana Swamy vratam. This vratam will be performed by couples and a fee of £10.00 is applicable. Those of you are interested submit your details in advance booking with Priest. For further information contact on: 01772 798512 or Mobile: 07597021071 - [Nagula Chavithi on 11-11-2018 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/nagula-chavithi-on-11-11-2018-sunday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vilambi Nama Year, Karthika Sudha Chavithi on 11-11-2018 Sunday. On this day there is special pooja performed on god Subrahmanya Swamy. All those devotees interested in attending this occasion please contact priest. - [DEVI NAVARATRULU on 10-10-2018 Wednesday onwards](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/devi-navaratrulu-on-10-10-2018-wednesday-onwards/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vilambi Nama Year Ashvija Sudha Pournami on 10-10-2018 Wednesday onwards DeviNavaratrulu commences. From 10-10-2018 to 18-10-2018 every morning 5.00am to 10am and 4.00pm to 9.00pm everyday Sri Durga Pooja and Kumkum archana performed. We wish all devotees’ to taking blessings of Goddess Durga and live in prosperously. Any devotees interested in - [Karthika Masam on 8-11-2018 Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/karthika-masam-on-8-11-2018-thursday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vilambi Nama Year, Karthika Sudha Pounami on 8-11-2018 Thursday to 7-12-2018 Friday. Starting from Thursday every evening at 6.15pm Aakaasa Deepaardhana and Shiva Abhishekam will be performed, any interested devotees can attend. - [Deepavali on 7-11-2018 Wednesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/deepavali-on-7-11-2018-wednesday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vilambi Nama Year, Kartika masa on 7-11-2018 Wednesday is Deepavali but this will be celebrated on 10-11-2018 Saturday evening at 6pm there will be Deepalu lights and Lakshmi Devi pooja with neerajanam and mantra pushpalu will be given and thereafter fireworks. All enthusiastic people can bring their own home-made food and - [NarakaChaturdasi on 6-11-2018 Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/narakachaturdasi-on-6-11-2018-tuesday/) - NarakaChaturdasi 6-11-2018 Tuesday MaasaShivaratri AshvijaaMaasam. - [Attla Thaddhi on 26-10-2018 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/attla-thaddhi-on-26-10-2018-friday/) - Attla Thaddhi on 26-10-2018 Friday is Attla Thaddhi, this is mainly celebrated by newly wedded couples, and especially females do Chandrodaya Uma Gouri Varatam, for further information contact priest. - [Undrallu Taddhi on 27-9-2018 Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/undrallu-taddhi-on-27-9-2018-thursday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vilambi Nama Year, BhaadraPada Bahula Tadhiya on 27-9-2018 Thursday. For the newly married couples should be fasting all day until evening, thereafter should pray to the Cow and gifts are given to elderly couples. For further information contact the priest. - [RushiPanchami on 14-9-2018](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/rushipanchami-on-14-9-2018/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vilambi Nama Year on 14-9-2018, BhaadraPada Sudha Panchami alias RushiPanchami on the day. For especially females those wish redeem their karmic debts by donating alms to Brahmins, in order to receive blessings of 7 Maha Rushi’s. - [Sri Vinayak Chavithi on 13-9-2018 Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/sri-vinayak-chavithi-on-13-9-2018-thursday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vilambi Nama Year, BhaadraPada Sudha Chavithi on 13-9-2018 Thursday, on this day fall Hastha Star which is Lord Ganesh born in this Star and becomes most auspicious event in this year. Sri Vinayak Chavithi (Ganesh), from this day onwards starts Sri Ganapathi Navaratrulu for 9 days (until 22-9-2018). There will be - [Polambhavratam on 9-9-2018 Amavasya Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/polambhavratam-on-9-9-2018-amavasya-sunday/) - Polambhavratam: on 9-9-2018 Amavasya Sunday. This day known as Polaalu Amavasya; on this day taking Kanda (YAM) as Gowari Devi, Lakshmi Devi is worshiped for those who do not have any kids. For further enquiry contact Priest. - [MaasaShivaratri on 8-9-2018 Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/maasashivaratri-on-8-9-2018-saturday/) - MaasaShivaratri: 8-9-2018 Saturday (Sraavana Maasam) - [Sree Krishna Janmashtami on 2nd September 2018 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/sree-krishna-janmashtami-on-2nd-september-2018-sunday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vilambi Nama Year, Sravana Bahula Ashtami Sree Krishna birth falls on 2nd September 2018 Sunday celebration commences at 5pm. There will be kid’s musical chairs and breaking Perugu Muntha (Yoghurt Pot) and lots more fun activities. We wish that everyone brings their children and some food would be appreciated and participate - [Jandhyala Pournami, Raakhi Panduga on 26-8-2018 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/jandhyala-pournami-raakhi-panduga-on-26-8-2018-sunday/) - Jandhyala Pournami, Raakhi Panduga 26-8-2018 Sunday Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vilambi Nama Year Shraavana Pournami to celebrate Jandhayala Pournami and Raaksha Bandhan to brothers and sisters. - [Samoohika Sri Satyanarayana Swamy vratam on 26-8-2018 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/samoohika-sri-satyanarayana-swamy-vratam-on-26-8-2018-sunday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vilambi Nama Year, Shravana Suda Pournami on 26-8-2018 Sunday, Sri Rama Sahita Veera Venkata Satyarayana Swamy vratam. This vratam will be performed by couples and a fee of £10.00 is applicable. Those of you are interested submit your details in advance booking with Priest. For further information contact on: 01772 798512 - [Vara Lakshmi Vratam on 24-8-2018 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/vara-lakshmi-vratam-on-24-8-2018-friday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vilambi Nama Year, Sravana Masa Sudha Dwadasi 24-8-2018 Friday Sri Vara Lakshmi Vratam. This most auspicious occasion especially for ladies, we request that anyone interested in doing this Vratam at the temple or perform at their home, please contact the priest. - [Guru Pournami on 27-7-2018 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/guru-pournami-on-27-7-2018-friday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vilambi Nama Year, Aashada Sudha Pournami 27-7-2018 Friday Guru Pournami. For Sri Shiridi Sai Baba commencing early morning there is Abhishekam and Vibhooti (Chalk) rituals performed. On this day Sampurna Chandragrahanam (full Moon Eclipse) on this evening 6pm onwards Temple will be closed, on the day before, Thursday evening Pournami starts - [May, June, July 2018 events](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/may-june-july-2018-events/) - 14-5-2018 MaasaShivaratri (Vaisakhamaasam) 12-6-2018 MaasaShivarari Tuesday (Adhika Jyeshta Maasam) 11-7-2018 MaasaShivaratri Wednesday (Nija Jyeshta Maasam) 17-7-2018 Tuesday Karkataka Sankranam (Dakshinayanam Start) 23-7-2018 Monday Tholi Ekadasi. - [Sri Anjaneya Swamy Jayanthi on 10-5-2018 Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/sri-anjaneya-swamy-jayanthi-on-10-5-2018-thursday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vilambi Nama Year, Vaisakha Bahula Dasami on 10-5-2018 Thursday Sri Anjaneya Swamy Vari Jayanthi. On the day early morning commences with Swamy Vari Abhishekam, Tamalu Pakulu (Betel Leaf) and Sindhuram puja (Rituals) is performed. We kindly request all the devotees’ to attend and participate on this most precious occasion and receive - [Sri Venkateswara Kalayanam on 28-04-2018 Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/04/04/sri-venkateswara-kalayanam-on-28-04-2018-saturday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vilambi Nama Year, Vaisakhamasa Suddha Chaturdasi on 28-4-2018 Saturday Sri Venkateswara Kalayanam. On this day Sri Alivelu Manga, Padmavathi wed Sri Venkateswara Swamy. We have arranged couples to participate in this occasion. We request that any interested members to forward their names in advance to the priest and any Pooja items - [SPECIAL NOTICE 2017](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/12/10/special-notice-2017-2/) - SPECIAL NOTICE: WITH HELP OF EVERY MEMBER OF THE TELUGU COMMUNITY SUBSCRIPTIONS THE COMMUNITY RUNS. WE APPRECIATE THAT YOU WOULD ALL KEEP UP ALL YOUR YEARLY PAYMENTS TO THE COMMUNITY. WE ALSO RECOMMEND THAT YOU SEND YOUR CHILDREN TO THE TELUGU SCHOOL AND FOR ANY CONSULTATION OF ALMANAC (PANCHAGAM) SEE PRIEST. WE HAVE SUPRABHATA SEVA - [Sri RamaNavami on 25-03-2018 -Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2018/03/20/sri-ramanavami-on-25-03-2018-sunday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Hemalaambhi Nama Year, Chaitra Suddha Navami on 25-03-2018 Sunday Sri RamaNavami. There is Swami Vari Kalayanam (Wedding on God Idols) performed at 11.00am. We request anyone interested in participating in this wedding or want to perform yourselves, please put your name forward to the priest. We also request everyone to attend - [Saamoohika Satyanarayana Vratam 1-10-2017 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/saamoohika-satyanarayana-vratam-1-10-2017-sunday/) - SwastiSri Chandramana Sri Hemalambhi Nama Year Asvija Suddha Ekdasi Sunday morning Sri Ramasahita VeeraVenkataSatyanarayana Swamy Vratam Saamoohikha (all family couples) performed at the temple, anyone interested contact preist. - [DEVI NAVARATRULU 21-9-2017 Starts on Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/devi-navaratrulu-21-9-2017-starts-on-thursday/) - SwastiSri Chandramana Sri Hemalambhi Nama Year Ashvija Suddha Paadyami on 21-9-2017 Thursday onwards DeviNavaratrulu commences. From 21-9-2017 to 30-9-2017 every morning 5.00am to 10am and 4.00pm to 9.00pm everyday Sri Durga Pooja and Lalitha sahasranamaKumkuma archana performed. We wish all devotees to taking blessings of Goddess Durga and live in prosperously. Any devotees interested in - [Maasa’ Shivaratri: 18-9-2017 Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/maasa-shivaratri-18-9-2017-monday/) - Every month Masa’Shivaratri abhishekamulu performed at the temple, those interested devotees kindly contact the priest. - [Undarallu Taddhi 8-9-2017 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/undarallu-taddhi-8-9-2017-friday/) - SwastiSri Chandramana Sri Hemalambhi Nama Year, BhaadraPada Bahula Tadhiya on 8-9-2016 Friday. For the newly married couples should be fasting all day until evening, thereafter should be pray to the Cow and gifts are given to elderly couples. For further information contact the priest. - [RushiPanchami 26-8-2017 Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/rushipanchami-26-8-2017-saturday/) - SwastiSri Chandramana Sri Hemalambhi Nama Year on 26-8-2017, BhaadraPada Suddha Panchami alias RushiPanchami on the day. For especially females those wish redeem their karmic debts by donating alms to Brahmins, in order to receive blessings of 7 Maha Rushi’s - [Sri Vinayak Chavithi 25-8-2017 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/sri-vinayak-chavithi-25-8-2017-friday/) - SwastiSri Chandramana Sri Hemalambhi Nama Year, Shravana Suddha Chavithi on 25-8-2017 Friday, on this day fall Hasta Star which is Lord Ganesh born in this Star and becomes most auspicious event in this year. Sri Vinayak Chavithi (Ganesh), from this day onwards starts Sri Ganapathi Navaratrulu for 9 days (3-9-2017). There will be every day - [POLALA AMAAVAASYA (Polambravratam) 20-8-2017 Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/polala-amaavaasya-polambravratam-20-8-2017-monday/) - Amaavaasya Monday This day; on this day taking Kanda plant(YAM) as Gowari Devi and take it home and worshiped for those who do not have any kids. For further enquiry contact Priest. - [Maasa’ Shivaratri: 20-8-2017 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/maasa-shivaratri-20-8-2017-friday/) - Every month Masa’Shivaratri abhishekamulu performed at the temple, those interested devotees kindly contact the priest. - [Sree Krishna Janmashtami 13-8-2017 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/sree-krishna-janmashtami-13-8-2017-sunday/) - SwastiSri Chandramana Sri Hemalambhi Nama Year, Shravana Bahula Astami Sree Krishna birth falls on 13-8-2017 Sunday, celebration commences at 5pm. There will be kid’s musical chairs and breaking Perugu Muntha (Yoghurt Pot) and lots more fun activities. We wish that everyone brings their children and some food would be appreciated and participate this wonderful event - [Jandhayala Pournami 7-8-2017 Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/jandhayala-pournami-7-8-2017-monday/) - Shravana Suddha on this day new Yajanopaveetam worn. - [Rakhi Pournami 7-8-2017 Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/rakhi-pournami-7-8-2017-monday/) - SwastiSri Chandramana Sri Hemalambhi Nama Year, on thisday Brothers and Sisters share amicable relationship and give presents to each other. - [Vara Lakshmi Vratam 4-8-2017 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/vara-lakshmi-vratam-4-8-2017-friday/) - SwastiSri Chandramana Sri Hemalambhi Nama Year, Shravana Masa Suddha Dwadasi 4-8-2017 Friday Sri Vara Lakshmi Vratam. This most auspicious occasion especially for ladies, we request that anyone interested in doing this Vratam at the temple or perform at their home, please contact the priest. If anyone interested in taking priest home on this day, please - [Maasa’ Shivaratri: 21-7-2017 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/maasa-shivaratri-21-7-2017-friday/) - Every month Masa’Shivaratri abhishekamulu performed at the temple, those interested devotees kindly contact the priest - [Dakshina’aynam: 16-7-2017](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/dakshinaaynam-16-7-2017/) - Dakshina’aynam Commence from this date 16-7-2017 - [Guru Pournami: 9-7-2017 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/guru-pournami-9-7-2017-sunday/) - SwastiSri Chandramana Sri Hemalambhi Nama Year, Aashada Suddha Pournami 9-7-2017 Sunday Guru Pournami. For Sri Shiridi Sai Baba commencing early morning there is Abhishekam and AnaghaaVratam rituals performed. Any interesting devotees please phone priest on Landline 01772 798512 Mobile: 7597021071 or anyone wishing to attend and participate on this day, come to the Temple. - [Tholi Ekadasi: 4-7-2017 Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/tholi-ekadasi-4-7-2017-tuesday/) - SwastiSri Chandramana Sri Hemalambhi Nama Year, Ashada Suddha Ekadasi on this day.Lord Vishnu Pooja will be performed in temple. - [UGADHI on 18-3-2018](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/12/10/ugadhi-on-18-3-2018/) - UGADHI: Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vilambhi Nama Year, on 18-3-2018 Sunday Ugadhi festival. On this day, most auspicious ceremonies performed on Sri Venkateswara Swamy and panchangasravanam . Please all devotees are welcome to attend. - [Masa Shivaratri on 15-3-2018](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/12/10/masa-shivaratri-on-15-3-2018/) - Masa Shivaratri on 15-3-2018 Thursday any interested devotees’ come and perform Shiva’s pooja, please contact priest on 01772798512 or mobile: 0759702171 Every month there is Masa Shivaratri abhishekamlu if anyone interested contact priest on 01772798512 or mobile: 0759702171 - [Maha Shivaratri on 13-3-2018](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/12/10/maha-shivaratri-on-13-3-2018/) - Maghapoornima:31-1-2018 Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sree Hemalambhi Nama samvathsara Magha Suda Poornima. - [Bhisma Ekadasi & Antharavedhi fair on 27-1-2018](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/12/10/bhisma-ekadasi-antharavedhi-fair-on-27-1-2018/) - Bhisma Ekadasi & Antharavedhi fair: Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sree Hemalambhi Nama samvathsara MaghaSudha Ekadasi 27-1-2018 Saturday and Anthravedhi fair. - [1-1-2018 Monday English New Year](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/12/31/1-1-2018-monday-english-new-year/) - 1-1-2018 Monday English New Year - [Maghapoornima:31-1-2018](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/12/10/maghapoornima31-1-2018/) - Maghapoornima:31-1-2018 Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sree Hemalambhi Nama samvathsara Magha Suda Poornima. - [Ratha Saptami or Surya Jayanthi on 24-1-2018](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/12/10/ratha-saptami-or-surya-jayanthi-on-24-1-2018/) - Ratha Saptami or Surya Jayanthi: Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sree Hemalambhi Nama samvathsara Sudha Ratha Saptami on 24-1-2018 Wednesday is the day of Sun birth and very auspicious. - [14-1-2018: Sankranthi](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/12/10/14-1-2018-sankranthi/) - 14-1-2018: Sankranthi: Sunday 14-1-2018 is Bogi festival and 15-1-2018 Monday is Makara Sankranthi and 16-1-2018 Tuesday is Kanuma festival. This year committee decided to celebrate Sankranthi festival at The Central Lounge, 57 St Mary’s Street north, Preston PR1 5LG near our Temple. On 14-1-2018 Sunday. Anyone interested in singing, dance, comedy or any other entertainment - [Mookoti Ekadasi 29-12-2017 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/mookoti-ekadasi-29-12-2017-friday/) - SwastiSri Chandramana Sri Hemalambhi Nama Year, special pooja’s are performed on 29-12-2017 Friday. - [Dhanrmaasa Sankramana on 16-12-2017 Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/dhanrmaasa-sankramana-on-16-12-2017-saturday/) - Dhanrmaasa Sankramana on 16-12-2017 Saturday commences, there will be regular poojas at the temple. - [Notification 2017 - 2018](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/notification-2017-2018/) - For those distance members are wishing to attend Bhajana, please phone in advance in case of any cancellation due to priest needs to go out of town. To all Telugu Community Members: the committee would like to thank everyone for their support throughout many years. We endeavour to accommodate festivals or any other occasions to - [Saamooehika Satyanarayana Vratam 3-12-2017 Wednesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/saamooehika-satyanarayana-vratam-3-12-2017-wednesday/) - SwastiSri Chandramana Sri Hemalambhi Nama Year maargasira pournami Sunday morning Sri Ramarahita VeeraVenkataSatyanarayana Swamy Vratam Saamoohika (all family couples) performed at the temple, anyone interested contact preist. - [Dattatreya Jayanthi 3-12-2017 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/dattatreya-jayanthi-3-12-2017-sunday/) - SwastiSri Chandramana Sri Hemalambhi Nama Year Dattatreya Jayanthi on 3-12-2017 Sunday - [Sri Subrahmanyam Swamy Sashti on 24-11-2017](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/sri-subrahmanyam-swamy-sashti-on-24-11-2017/) - SwastiSri Chandramana Sri Hemalambhi Nama Year, Margasira Suddha Sashti on 24-11-2017 Friday. In the morning at 10am Sri Subrahmanyam Swamy Kalyanam performed thereafter neeranjanam and mantra pushpalu given.Specially those who are waiting for marriage will perform to achieve their goals. Anyone interested in performing this Kalyanam please contact priest 07597021071. - [PoluSwargam: 19-11-2017](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/poluswargam-19-11-2017/) - SwastiSri Chandramana Sri Hemalambhi Nama Year, on 19-11-2017 Saturday night. On this day, it is known as PoluSwargam, After hearing the story it is occasion of giving donations. This can be in form of buying vegetables, cookery utensils and donating to priest. - [Maasa’ Shivaratri on 16-11-2017 Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/maasa-shivaratri-on-16-11-2017-thursday/) - Karteeka month special Maasa’Shivaratri abhishekam performed at the temple, those interested devotees kindly contact the priest. - [Saamoohikha Satyanarayana Vratam 4-11-2017 Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/saamoohikha-satyanarayana-vratam-4-11-2017-saturday/) - SwastiSri Chandramana Sri Hemalambhi Nama Year Asvija Sudda Pournami Saturday morning Sri Ramarahita VeeraVenkataSatyanarayana Swamy Vratam Saamoohikha (all family couples) performed at the temple, anyone interested contact preist. - [Kathika Pournami on 4-11-2017](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/kathika-pournami-on-4-11-2017/) - SwastiSri Chandramana Sri Hemalambhi Nama Year, Karthika Suddha Pournami on 4-11-2017 Saturday. On evening of this day Deepalu and Shiva pooja is performed. Anyone can attend. - [Nagula Chavithi: 23-10-2017](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/nagula-chavithi-23-10-2017/) - SwastiSri Chandramana Sri Hemalambhi Nama Year, Karthika Suddha Chavithi on 23-10-2017 Monday. On this day, there is special pooja performed on god Subrahmanya Swamy. All those devotees interested in attending this occasion please contact priest. - [Karthika Masam starts on 20-10-2017](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/karthika-masam-starts-on-20-10-2017/) - SwastiSri Chandramana Sri Hemalambhi Nama Year, Karthika Suddha Paadyami. Starting from Friday 20-10-2017 till 18-11-2017 every evening at 6.15pm Aakaasa Deepaardhana and Monday Shiva Abhishekam will be performed, any interested devotees can attend. - [Deepavali 19-10-2017](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/deepavali-19-10-2017/) - SwastiSri Chandramana Sri Hemalambhi Nama Year, Asvija Bahula amavasayaa on 19-10-2017 Thursday is Deepavali but for everyone convenience it is celebrated on 21-10-2017 Saturday evening at 6 pm there will be Deepalu lights and Lakshmi Devi pooja with neerajanam and mantra pushpalu will be given and thereafter fireworks. All enthusiastic people can bring their own - [Maasa’ Shivaratri: Naraka chaturdhasi:18-10-2017 Wednesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/maasa-shivaratri-naraka-chaturdhasi18-10-2017-wednesday/) - Maasa’Shivaratri abhishekamulu performed at the temple, those interested devotees kindly contact the priest. - [Attla Thaddhi: on 8-10-2017 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2017/06/24/attla-thaddhi-on-8-10-2017-sunday/) - Attla Thadhi, this is mainly celebrated by newly wedded couples, and especially females do Chandrodaya Uma Gouri Varatam,,.so much you can do on this day for further information contact priest. - [SPECIAL NOTICE 2017](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/12/21/special-notice-2017/) - New priest Ravi Garu is arrived and he will be performing all religious rituals onwards. WITH HELP OF EVERY MEMBER OF THE TELUGU COMMUNITY SUBSCRIPTIONS THE COMMUNITY RUNS. WE APPRECIATE THAT YOU WOULD ALL KEEP UP ALL YOUR YEARLY PAYMENTS TO THE COMMUNITY. WE ALSO RECOMMEND THAT YOU SEND YOUR CHILDREN TO THE TELUGU SCHOOL - [Mukkoti Ekadasi on 8-1-2017](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/12/21/mukkoti-ekadasi-on-8-1-2017/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Durmukhi Nama samvathsara Pushya Sudha Ekadasi on Sunday it is very auspicious day, on this day if anyone interested in performing pooja’s, please contact priest. - [Sankranthi on 14-1-2017](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/12/21/sankranthi-on-14-1-2017/) - Bogi festival is Friday 13-1-2017 and 14-1-2017 Saturday is Makara Sankranthi and 15-1-2017 Sunday is Kanuma festival. This year committee decided to celebrate Sankranthi festival at the Temple on 14-1-2017 Saturday from 12.00noon. There will be children’s singing programme and we request all devotees to bring all sorts of vegetarian foods. For further contact temple - [Ratha Saptami or Surya Jayanthi on 3-2-2017](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/12/21/ratha-saptami-or-surya-jayanthi-on-3-2-2017/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sree Durmukhi Nama samvathsara Suddha Ratha Saptami on 3-2-2017 Friday is the day of Sun birth and very auspicious - [Bhisma Ekadasi & Antharavedhi fair on 7-2-2017](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/12/21/bhisma-ekadasi-antharavedhi-fair-on-7-2-2017/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sree Durmukhi Nama samvathsara MagaSuddha Ekadasi 7-2-2017 Tuesday and Anthravedhi fair. - [Magapoornima on 10-2-2017](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/12/21/magapoornima-on-10-2-2017/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sree Durmukhi Nama samvathsara Maga Suddha Poornima. - [Maha Shivaratri and Masa Shivaratri on 24-2-2017](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/12/21/maha-shivaratri-and-masa-shivaratri-on-24-2-2017/) - Maha Shivaratri and Masa Shivaratri: Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sree Durmukhi Nama samvathsara MagaBahula Trayodasi 24-2-2017 Friday Maha Shivaratri. On this day Parama Shiva special Pancha Amrutha Abhishekam. Contact priest for further details on 01772 798512 or Mobile 07597021071 - [UGADHI on 29-3-2017](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/12/21/ugadhi-on-29-3-2017/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Hemalaambhi Nama Year, Chaitra Suddha Poudyami on 29-3-2017 Wednesday Ugadhi festival. On this day, most auspicious ceremonies performed on Sri Venkateswara and Padmavathi, Durga Devi, Shiva Parvathi and Shridi Sai Baba at the temple. We request that all devotees to attend on this precious occasion to celebrate the festival and take - [Sri RamaNavami on 5-4-2017](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/12/21/sri-ramanavami-on-5-4-2017/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Hemalaambhi Nama Year, Chaitra Suddha Navami on 5-4-2017 Wednesday Sri RamaNavami. There is Swami Vari Kalayanam (Wedding on God Idols) performed at 11.00am. We request anyone interested in participating in this wedding or want to perform yourselves, please put your name forward to the priest. We also request everyone to attend - [Sri Venkateswara Kalyanam on 6-5-2017](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/12/21/sri-venkateswara-kalyanam-on-6-5-2017/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Hemalaambhi Nama Year, Vaisakhamasa Suddha Pournami on 6-5-2017 Saturday Sri Venkateswara Kalayanam. On this day, Sri Alivelu Manga, Padmavathi wed Sri Venkateswara Swamy. We have arranged couples to participate in this occasion. We have maximum capacity of 20 couples to perform the rituals at once due to limited space in the - [Sri Anjaneya Swamy Jayanthi on 21-5-2017](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/12/21/sri-anjaneya-swamy-jayanthi-on-21-5-2017/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Hemalaambhi Nama Year, Vaisakha Bahula Dasami on 21-5-2017 Sunday Sri Anjaneya Swamy Vari Jayanthi. On the day, early morning commences with Swamy Vari Abhishekam, Tamalu Pakulu (Betel Leaf) and Sindhuram puja (Rituals) is performed. We kindly request all the devotees to attend and participate on this most precious occasion and receive - [A.G.M 11-6-2017](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/12/21/a-g-m-11-6-2017/) - Sunday afternoon 2pm nomination papers will be given for our Annual General Meeting and election will take place in the evening 6pm at the Committee Meeting. We request our members to take a role in leading the community and serve the people. Every month there is Masa Shivaratri abhishekamlu if anyone interested contact priest. If - [PUBLIC NOTICE - 2016](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/public-notice-2016/) - We have regular Suprabhataseva on every 3rd Saturday of the Month at 11.30am, it has been continuing past 3 decades. For all the existing members the Archana ticket is free. We have also reduced the payments for big puja’s and groups such as Sammohika Venkateswara Kalayanam. Satyannarayanavratam in temple. Priest is always available at the - [Our new Temple priest Sri Venu Nagashyamalan garu](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/01/04/our-new-temple-priest-sri-venu-nagashyamalan-garu/) - Our new priest has now arrived at the temple, his name is Sri Venu Nagashyamalan garu. Telugu School will be starting again running Saturday and Sunday between 4pm and 6pm during term time. If you would like to bring your child to the school, or wish to carry out any poojas or vrathams at temple, - [Dhansu Sankramana - 16-12-2016](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/dhansu-sankramana-16-12-2016/) - Dhansu Sankramana 16-12-2016 Friday commences, there will be regular poojas at the temple. - [Sri Subrahmanyam Swamy Sashti - 5-12-2016 Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/sri-subrahmanyam-swamy-sashti-5-12-2016-monday/) - Sri Subrahmanyam Swamy Sashti: Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Durmukhi Nama Year, Margasira Sudha Sashti on 5-12-2016 Monday. In the morning at 10am Sri Subrahmanyam Swamy Kalyanam performed thereafter neeranjanam and mantra pushpalu given. Anyone interested in performing this Kalyanam please contact priest. - [PoluSwargam - on 29-11-2016 Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/poluswargam-on-29-11-2016-tuesday/) - PoluSwargam: Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Durmukhi Nama Year, on 29-11-2016 Tuesday. On this day it is known as PoluSwargam, it is occasion of giving donations. This can be in form of buying vegetables, cookery utensils and donating to priest. - [Kshirabdi Dwadasi else Chiluka Dwadasi 11-11-2016](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/kshirabdi-dwadasi-else-chiluka-dwadasi-11-11-2016/) - Kshirabdi Dwadasi else Chiluka Dwadasi on 11-11-2016 Friday Karthika Sudha Dwadasi on this day Tulasikotasamipnam deepalu (candle lit) should leave in river. - [Kathika Pournami - on 14-11-2016 Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/kathika-pournami-on-14-11-2016-monday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Durmukhi Nama Year, Karthika Sudha Pournami on 14-11-2016 Monday. On evening of this day Deepalu and Shiva pooja is performed. Anyone can attend. - [Nagula Chavithi on 3-11-2016 Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/nagula-chavithi-on-3-11-2016-thursday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Durmukhi Nama Year, Karthika Sudha Chavithi on 3-11-2016 Thursday. On this day there is special pooja performed on god Subrahmanya Swamy. All those devotees interested in attending this occasion please contact priest. - [Karthika Masam on 31-10-2016 Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/karthika-masam-on-31-10-2016-monday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Durmukhi Nama Year, Karthika Sudha Poudyami on 31-10-2016 Monday. Starting from Monday every evening at 6.15pm Aakaasa Deepaardhana and Shiva Abhishekam will be performed, any interested devotees can attend. - [Deepavali on 30-10-2016](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/deepavali-on-30-10-2016/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Durmukhi Nama Year, Asweejamaasa bahula Amavasya Sunday is Deepavali. on this evening at 6 pm there will be Deepalu lights and Lakshmi Devi pooja with neerajanam and mantra pushpalu will be given and thereafter fireworks. All enthusiastic people can bring their own home made food and fireworks. We eagerly are looking - [Attla Thadhi on 18-10-2016 Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/attla-thadhi-on-18-10-2016-tuesday/) - Attla Thadhi, this is mainly celebrated by newly wedded couples, and especially females do Chandrodaya Uma Gouri Varatam, for further information contact priest. - [DEVI NAVARATRULU on 1-10-2016 Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/devi-navaratrulu-on-1-10-2016-saturday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Durmukhi Nama Year Ashvija Sudha Dasami on 1-10-2016 Saturday onwards DeviNavaratrulu commences. From 1-10-2016 to 11-10-2016 every morning 5.00am to 10am and 4.00pm to 9.00pm everyday Sri Durga Pooja and Kumkum archana performed. We wish all devotees’ to taking blessings of Goddess Durga and live in prosperously. Any devotees interested in - [Undarallu Tadhi on 19-9-2016 Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/undarallu-tadhi-on-19-9-2016-monday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Durmukhi Nama Year, BhaadraPada Bahula Tadhiya on 19-9-2016 Monday. For the newly married couples should be fasting all day until evening, thereafter should be pray to the Cow and gifts are given to elderly couples. For further information contact the priest. - [RushiPanchami on 6-9-2016](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/rushipanchami-on-6-9-2016/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Durmukhi Nama Year on 6-9-2016, BhaadraPada Sudha Panchami alias RushiPanchami on the day. For especially females those wish redeem their karmic debts by donating alms to Brahmins, in order to receive blessings of 7 Maha Rushi’s. - [Sri Vinayaka Chavithi on 5-9-2016 Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/sri-vinayaka-chavithi-on-5-9-2016-monday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Durmukhi Nama Year, Shravana Sudha Chavithi on 5-9-2016 Monday, on this day fall Hasta Star which is Lord Ganesh born in this Star and becomes most auspicious event in this year. Sri Vinayak Chavithi (Ganesh), from this day onwards starts Sri Ganapathi Navaratrulu for 9 days (13-9-2016). There will be every - [Polambravratam on 1-9-2016 Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/polambravratam-on-1-9-2016-thursday/) - Polambravratam: on 1-9-2016 Amavasya Thursday. This day known as Polaalu Amavasya; on this day taking Kanda (YAM) or Gowari Devi, Lakshmi Devi is worshiped for those who do not have any kids. For further enquiry contact Priest. - [Sree Krishna Janmashtami on 27th September 2016 Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/sree-krishna-janmashtami-on-27th-september-2016-saturday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Durmukhi Nama Year, Shravana Bahula Astami Sree Krishna birth falls on 25th September 2016 Thursday but for convenience of all we have arranged on 27th September 2016 Saturday, celebration commences at 5pm. There will be kid’s musical chairs and breaking Perugu Muntha (Yoghurt Pot) and lots more fun activities. We wish - [Rakhi Pournami on 18-8-2016](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/rakhi-pournami-on-18-8-2016/) - Rakhi Pournami on 18-8-2016 Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Durmukhi Nama Year, on Thursday Brothers and Sisters share amicable relationship and give presents to each other. - [Samoohika Sri Satyanarayana Swamy vratam on 13-8-2016 Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/samoohika-sri-satyanarayana-swamy-vratam-on-13-8-2016-saturday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Durmukhi Nama Year, Shravana Suda Pournami on 13-8-2016 Saturday, Sri RamasahitaVeeraVenkata Satyarayana Swamy vratam. This vratam will be performed by couples and reduced fee of £5.00 is applicable. Please aware that maximum of 20 couples can be performed at once; this is because of limited space in the building. Those of - [Vara Lakshmi Vratam on 12-8-2016 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/vara-lakshmi-vratam-on-12-8-2016-friday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Durmukhi Nama Year, Shravana Masa Sudha Dasami 12-8-2016 Friday Sri Vara Lakshmi Vratam. This most auspicious occasion especially for ladies, we request that anyone interested in doing this Vratam at the temple or perform at their home, please contact the priest. If anyone interested in taking priest home on this day, - [Guru Pournami on 19-7-2016 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/guru-pournami-on-19-7-2016-friday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Durmukhi Nama Year, Aashada Sudha Pournami 19-7-2016 Friday Guru Pournami. For Sri Shiridi Sai Baba commencing early morning there is Abhishekam and Vibhooti (Chalk) rituals performed. Any interesting devotees can attend and participate on this day. - [Daksha’ayanam on 16-7-2016 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/dakshaayanam-on-16-7-2016-friday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Durmukhi Nama Year, Ashada Suda 16-7-2016 Friday Daksha’ayanam commences. - [Tholi Ekadasi - July](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2016/07/06/tholi-ekadasi-july/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Durmukhi Nama Year, Ashada Suda Ekadasi commences. - [PUBLIC NOTICE - 2015](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/public-notice/) - We have regular Suprabhataseva on every 3rd Saturday of the Month at 11.30am, it has been continuing past 3 decades. For all the existing members the Archana ticket is free. We have also reduced the payments for big puja’s and groups such as Sammohika Venkateswara Kalayanam. Satyannarayanavratam in temple. Priest is always available at the - [Karthika Masam on 12-11-2015 Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/karthika-masam-on-12-11-2015-thursday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Manmadha Nama Year, Karthika Sudha Poudyami on 12-11-2015 Thursday. Starting from Thursday every evening at 6.15pm Aakaasa Deepaardhana and Shiva Abhishekam will be performed, any interested devotees can attend. - [Sri Subrahmanyam Swamy Sashti on 17-12-2015 Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/sri-subrahmanyam-swamy-sashti-on-17-12-2015-thursday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Manmadha Nama Year, Margasira Sudha Sashti on 17-12-2015 Thursday. In the morning at 10am Sri Subrahmanyam Swamy Kalyanam performed thereafter neeranjanam and mantra pushpalu given. Anyone interested in performing this Kalyanam please contact priest. - [Samoohika Sri Satyanarayana Swamy vratam is on 29-8-2015 Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/samoohika-sri-satyanarayana-swamy-vratam-is-on-29-8-2015-saturday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Manmadha Nama Year, Shravana Suda Pournami on 29-8-2015 Saturday, Sri Rama Sahita Veera Venkata Satyarayana Swamy vratam. This vratam will be performed by couples and reduced fee of £5.00 is applicable. Please aware that maximum of 20 couples can be performed at once; this is because of limited space in the - [మాసశివరాత్రి 17-4-2015](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/03/16/మాసశివరాత్రి-17-4-2015/) - శుక్రవారము అయినది ప్రతీనెలా మాసశివరాత్రికి పరమశివునికి ప్రత్యేక అభిషేకములు జరుగును, అభిషేకప్రియుడైన మహాశివునికి అభిషేకములు చేయించే భక్తులకు వారి కుటుంభానికి శుభప్రదం శివపార్వతుల క్రుప కలుగును . ప్రతినెలా జరిగే మాసశివరాత్రికి పాల్గొనే భక్తులు వారు స్వయంగా వచ్చి చేయించుకోవచ్చును వుద్యోగరిత్యా సమయం దొరకనివారు వారి గోత్రనామాలిచ్చి పూజారిగారిచే అభిషేకములు చేయించుకోవచ్చును.వివరాలకు పూజారిగారిని సంప్రదించవలెను .01772798512 ఒర్ ంఒబిలె 07597021071 , ప్రస్తుత పూజారిగారిపేరు చిట్టా వేణునాగశ్యాం. - [PoluSwargam on 9-12-2015 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/poluswargam-on-9-12-2015-friday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Manmadha Nama Year, BhaadraPada Amavasya on 9-12-2015 Friday. On this day it is known as PoluSwargam, it is occasion of giving donations. This can be in form of buying vegetables, cookery utensils and donating to priest. - [Kathika Pournami on 25-11-2015 Wednesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/kathika-pournami-on-25-11-2015-wednesday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Manmadha Nama Year, Karthika Sudha Pournami on 25-11-2015 Wednesday. On evening of this day Deepalu and Shiva pooja is performed. Anyone can attend. - [Nagula Chavithi on 15-11-2015 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/nagula-chavithi-on-15-11-2015-sunday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Manmadha Nama Year, Karthika Sudha Chavithi on 15-11-2015 Sunday. On this day there is special pooja performed on god Subrahmanya Swamy. All those devotees interested in attending this occasion please contact priest. - [Deepavali on 11-11-2015 Wednesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/deepavali-on-11-11-2015-wednesday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Manmadha Nama Year, Kartika masa on 11-11-2015 Wednesday is Deepavali but this will be celebrated on 14-11-2015 Saturday evening at 6.30pm there will be Deepalu lights and Lakshmi Devi pooja with neerajanam and mantra pushpalu will be given and thereafter fireworks. All enthusiastic people can bring their own home made food - [Attla Thadhi on 29-10-2015 Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/attla-thadhi-on-29-10-2015-thursday/) - Attla Thadhi is on 29-10-2015 Thursday, this is mainly celebrated by newly wedded couples, and especially females do Chandrodaya Uma Gouri Varatam, for further information contact priest. - [Devi Navaratrulu on 13-10-2015 Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/devi-navaratrulu-on-13-10-2015-tuesday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Manmadha Nama Year Ashvija Sudha Poudyami on 13-10-2015 Tuesday onwards DeviNavaratrulu commences. From 13-10-2015 to 22-10-2015 every morning 5.00am to 10am and 4.00pm to 9.00pm everyday Sri Durga Pooja and Kumkum archana performed. We wish all devotees’ to taking blessings of Goddess Durga and live in prosperously. Any devotees interested in - [Undarallu Tadhi on 30-9-2015 Wednesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/undarallu-tadhi-on-30-9-2015-wednesday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Manmadha Nama Year, BhaadraPada Bahula Tadhiya on 30-9-2015 Wednesday. For the newly married couples should be fasting all day until evening, thereafter should be pray to the Cow and gifts are given to elderly couples. For further information contact the priest. - [Rushi Panchami on 18-9-2015](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/rushi-panchami-on-18-9-2015/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Manmadha Nama Year on 18-9-2015, BhaadraPada Sudha Panchami alias RushiPanchami on the day. For especially females those wish redeem their karmic debts by donating alms to Brahmins, in order to receive blessings of 7 Maha Rushi’s. - [Sri Vinayak Chavithi on 17-9-2015 Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/sri-vinayak-chavithi-on-17-9-2015-thursday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Manmadha Nama Year, BhaadraPada Sudha Chavithi on 17-9-2015 Thursday, on this day fall Hasta Star which is Lord Ganesh born in this Star and becomes most auspicious event in this year. Sri Vinayak Chavithi (Ganesh), from this day onwards starts Sri Ganapathi Navaratrulu for 9 days (25-9-2015). There will be every - [Polambravratam on 13-9-2015](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/polambravratam-on-13-9-2015/) - Polambravratam is on 13-9-2015 Amavasya Sunday. This day known as Polaalu Amavasya; on this day taking Kanda (YAM) or Gowari Devi, Lakshmi Devi is worshiped for those who do not have any kids. For further enquiry contact Priest. - [Sree Krishna Janmashtami is on 5th September 2015](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/sree-krishna-janmashtami-is-on-5th-september-2015/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Manmadha Nama Year, Shravana Bahula Astami Sree Krishna birth falls on 5th September 2015 Saturday celebration commences at 5pm. There will be kid’s musical chairs and breaking Perugu Muntha (Yoghurt Pot) and lots more fun activities. We wish that everyone bring their children and some food would be appreciated and participate - [Vara Lakshmi Vratam on 28-8-2015 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/vara-lakshmi-vratam-on-28-8-2015-friday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Manmadha Nama Year, Shravana Masa Sudha Dwadasi 28-8-2015 Friday Sri Vara Lakshmi Vratam. This most auspicious occasion especially for ladies, we request that anyone interested in doing this Vratam at the temple or perform at their home, please contact the priest. - [Guru Pournami on 31-7-2015 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/guru-pournami-on-31-7-2015-friday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Manmadha Nama Year, Aashada Sudha Pournami 31-7-2015 Friday Guru Pournami. For Sri Shiridi Sai Baba commencing early morning there is Abhishekam and Vibhooti (Chalk) rituals performed. Any interesting devotees can attend and participate on this day. - [Daksha’ayanam commences on 17-7-2015 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/dakshaayanam-commences-on-17-7-2015-friday/) - Daksha’ayanam commences on 17-7-2015 Friday - [Godavari Pushkaralu on 14-7-2015 Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/godavari-pushkaralu-on-14-7-2015-tuesday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Manmadha Nama Year on 14-7-2015 Tuesday, the Jupiter enters into House of Leo in horoscope; therefore it is classed as Godavari Pushkaralu as it happens every 12 years. Hence under our tradition this is celebrated over 12 days by giving donations and alms to poor, also those loved ones passed away - [Telugu Community Association (AGM) on 7-6-2015 Sunday evening at 6pm](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/telugu-community-association-agm-on-7-6-2015-sunday-evening-at-6pm/) - Telugu Community Association (AGM) on 7-6-2015 Sunday evening at 6pm community elections; those who wish to put their nominations forward and wish to take one of the leading role(s) to serve the community and those who are unable to attend can submit their nomination by phoning the community on 01772 798512. The nomination forms are - [Sri Anjaneya Swamy Jayanthi on 13-5-2015 Wednesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/sri-anjaneya-swamy-jayanthi-on-13-5-2015-wednesday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Manmadha Nama Year, Vaishka Bahula Dasami on 13-5-2015 Wednesday Sri Anjaneya Swamy Vari Jayanthi. On the day early morning commences with Swamy Vari Abhishekam, Tamalu Pakulu (Betel Leaf) and Sindhuram puja (Rituals) is performed. We kindly request all the devotees’ to attend and participate on this most precious occasion and receive - [Sri Venkateswara Kalayanam on 2-5-2015 Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/04/16/sri-venkateswara-kalayanam-on-2-5-2015-saturday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Manmadha Nama Year, Vaishakamasa Suddha Chaturidasi on 2-5-2015 Saturday Sri Venkateswara Kalayanam. On this day Sri Alivelu Manga, Padmavathi wed Sri Venkateswara Swamy. We have arranged couples to participate in this occasion. We have maximum capacity of 20 couples to perform the rituals at once due to limited space in the - [శ్రీరామనవమి 28-3-2015](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/03/17/28-3-2015/) - స్వస్తిశ్రీ చాంద్రమాన శ్రీమన్మదనామ సంవత్సర చైత్ర శుద్ధ నవమి ది 28-3-2015 శనివారము అయినది శ్రీరామనవమి సందర్భంగా మన దేవాలయములో సీతారాములకళ్యాణ మహోత్సవము వుదయము 11 గంటలకు ప్రారంభించబడును.కావున భక్తులు ఈ కళ్యాణాన్ని తిలకించి ఆసీతారాముల క్రుపకు పాత్రులు కావలెను .ఎవరైనా దంపతులు ఈ కళ్యాణాన్ని పీఠలపై కూర్చుని చేయించుకోదగినవారు పూజారిగారిని సంప్రదించవలెను. - [వుగాది 21-3-2015](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/03/17/21-3-2015/) - స్వస్తిశ్రీ చాంద్రమాన శ్రీమన్మదనామ సంవత్సర చైత్ర శుద్ధ పాడ్యమి తెలుగు సంవత్సరాది 21-3-2015 తేదీ శనివారము అయినది. అదేరోజు ప్రతినెలా జరిపే ప్రత్యేక సుప్రభాతసేవ మూడవ శనివారము అయినది. కావున ఈరోజు వుదయం 11 గంటలనుండి అలివేలుమంగా పద్మావతి శ్రీవెంకటేశ్వరస్వామి వార్లకు దుర్ఘాదేవికి శ్రీ షిరిడీసాయిబాబాకు శివపార్వతులకు విశేషమైన పూజలు జరుపబడును, తదుపరి పూజారిగారిచే పంచాంగ శ్రవణము జరుపబడును .కావున భక్తులు విచ్చేసి శ్రీ స్వామివార్ల క్రుపకుపాత్రులు కావలెను, భక్తులు ఎవరికితోచిన ప్రసాదములు వారు తీసుకురావలెను - [Our new Temple priest Sri V. Vijaya Kumar garu](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/03/10/our-new-temple-priest-sri-v-vijaya-kumar-garu/) - The new Priest has now arrived at the temple. His name is Sri V. Vijaya Kumar garu. We will be starting the Telugu School again running Saturday and Sunday between 4pm and 6pm during term time. If you would like to bring your child to the school, or wish to carry out any poojas or - [Rushi Panchami on 30-9-2014 Saurday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/05/04/rushi-panchami-on-30-9-2014-saurday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Jaya Nama Year, BhaadraPada SudhaRushi Panchami on 30-9-2014 Saurday. On this day all females should be donating money, vegetables’ and fruits to the Priest, in order to receive blessings of 7 Maha Rushi’s. - [DEVI NAVARATRULU on 25-09-2014 Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/05/04/devi-navaratrulu-on-25-09-2014-thursday/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Jayanama samvathsara Ashvija Sudha Poudyami on 25-9-2014 Thursday onwards DeviNavaratrulu commences. From 25-09-2014 to 3-10-2014 every morning 5.00am to 10am and 4.00pm to 9.00pm everyday Sri Durga Pooja and Kumkum archana performed. We wish all devotees’ to taking blessings of Goddess Durga and live in prosperously. Any devotees interested in participating - [TCA (Telugu Community Association) Logo design competition by 17/01/2015](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2015/01/04/tca-telugu-community-association-logo-design-competition-by-17012015/) - Telugu Community Association is looking for a new logo hence we would like to conduct a Logo design competition and the winner will be announced in Sankranthi event. Please email your designs to info@venkateswara.co.uk before 17/01/2015. Yours Faithfully TCA Committee - [Maha Shivaratri and Masa Shivaratri on 17-2-2015 Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/09/27/maha-shivaratri-and-masa-shivaratri-on-17-2-2015-tuesday/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Jayanama samvathsara MaagaBahula Trayodasi 17-2-2015 Tuesday is Maha Shivaratri. On this day Parama Shiva special Pancha Amrutha Abhishekam. Contact priest for further details on 01772 798512. - [Radha Saptami or Surya Jayanthi on 26-1-2015 Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/09/27/radha-saptami-or-surya-jayanthi-on-26-1-2015-monday/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Jayanama samvathsara Sudha Radha Saptami on 26-1-2015 Monday is the day of Sun birth. - [Bhishma Ekadasi on 30-1-2015 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/09/27/bhishma-ekadasi-on-30-1-2015-friday/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Jayanama samvathsara MagaSudha Ekadasi 30-1-2015 Friday. - [Sankranthi: 18-1-2015](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/09/27/sankranthi-18-1-2015/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Jayanama samvathsara Pushya Bahula Navami on 14-1-2015 Wednesday Bogi festival. 15-1-2015 Thursday is Sankranthi, 16-1-2015 Friday is Kanuma Panduga. The Telugu Community Association reached 40th year since it has established in 1974 formerly known as Andhra, Scoial and Cultural Organisation. To celebrate this occasion with all Telugu peoples, we have acquired - [Our new Temple priest Sri Gudimella Narasimhacharyulu](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/04/29/our-new-temple-priest-sri-gudimella-narasimhacharyulu/) - The new Priest has now arrived at the temple. His name is Gudimella Narasimha Acharyalu garu. We will be starting the Telugu School again running Saturday and Sunday between 4pm and 6pm during term time. If you would like to bring your child to the school, or wish to carry out any poojas or vrathams, - [Mukkoti Ekadasi on 1-1-2015](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/09/27/mukkoti-ekadasi-on-1-1-2015/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Jayanama samvathsara Pushya Sudha Ekadasi on 1-1-2015. This is also known as Vykunta Ekadasi and it is Anglican New Year . Anyone interested in performing pooja please contact priest. His contact numbers Landline 01772 798512 and Mobile: 07597021071 - [Masa Shivaratri and Shani Trayodasi on 20-12-2014 Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/09/27/masa-shivaratri-and-shani-trayodasi-on-20-12-2014-saturday/) - Special Pooja is done on God Shiva on this day - [DhanurMasam On 16-12-2013](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/09/27/dhanurmasam-on-16-12-2013/) - Dhanusu Sankramana it is also known as NelaPattadam - [Sri Subrahmanyam Swamy Sashti on 28-11-2014 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/09/27/sri-subrahmanyam-swamy-sashti-on-28-11-2014-friday/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Jayanama samvathsara Margasira Sudha Sashti on 28-11-2014 Friday. In the morning at 10am Sri Subrahmanyam Swamy Kalyanam performed thereafter neeranjanam and mantra pushpalu given. Anyone interested in performing this Kalyanam please contact priest. - [PoluSwargam on 22-11-2014 Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/09/27/poluswargam-on-22-11-2014-saturday/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Jayanama samvathsara Karthika Bahula Amavasya on 22-11-2014 Saturday. On this day it is known as PoluSwargam, it is occasion of giving donations. This can be in form of buying vegetables, cookery utensils and donating to priest. - [Kathika Pournami on 6-11-2014 Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/09/27/kathika-pournami-on-6-11-2014-thursday/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Jayanama samvathsara Karthika Sudha Pournami on 6-11-2014 Thursday. On evening of this day Deepalu and Shiva pooja is performed. Anyone can attend. - [Ksheerabdhi Dwadasi on 4-11-2014 Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/09/27/ksheerabdhi-dwadasi-on-4-11-2014-tuesday/) - Ksheerabdhi Dwadasi also known as ChilukaDwadasi. Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Jayanama samvathsara Karthika Sudha Dwadasi on 4-11-2014 Tuesday. There is special pooja is performed on Alivaelu Managa Padamavathi samaetha Sri Venkateswara Swamy. Any devotees wish to attend; they can do so. - [Nagula Chavithi on 27-10-2014 Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/09/27/nagula-chavithi-on-27-10-2014-monday/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Jayanama samvathsara Karthika Sudha Chavithi on 27-10-2014 Monday. On this day there is special pooja performed on god Subrahmanya Swamy. All those devotees interested in attending this occasion please contact priest. - [Karthika Masam on 24-10-2014 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/09/27/karthika-masam-on-24-10-2014-friday/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Jayanama samvathsara Karthika Sudha Poudyami on 24-10-2014 Friday. Starting from Friday every evening at 6.15pm Aakaasa Deepaardhana and Shiva Abhishekam will be performed, any interested devotees can attend. - [Deepavali on 25-10-2014 Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/09/27/deepavali-on-25-10-2014-saturday/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Jayanama samvathsara Ashvija Bahula Amavasya on 25-10-2014 Saturday evening at 6.30pm there will be Deepalu lights and Lakshmi Devi pooja with neerajanam and mantra pushpalu will be given and thereafter fireworks. All enthusiastic people can bring their own home made food and fireworks. We eagerly are looking forward for this anticipation. - [Attla Thadhi on 10-10-2014 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/09/27/attla-thadhi-on-10-10-2014-friday/) - Attla Thadhi on 10-10-2014 Friday is Attla Thadhi, this is mainly celebrated by newly wedded couples, and especially females do Chandrodaya Uma Gouri Varatam, for further information contact priest. - [Undarallu Tadhi on 11-9-2014 Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/05/04/undarallu-tadhi-on-11-9-2014-thursday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Jaya Nama Year, BhaadraPada Bahula Tadhiya on 11-9-2014 Thursday. For the newly married couples should be fasting all day until evening, thereafter should be pray to the Cow and gifts are given to elderly couples. For further information contact the priest. - [Sri Vinayak Chavithi on 29-8-2014 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/05/04/sri-vinayak-chavithi-on-29-8-2014-friday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Jaya Nama Year, BhaadraPada Sudha Chavithi on 29-8-2014 Friday, on this day fall Hasta Star which is Lord Ganesh born in this Star and becomes most auspicious event in this year. Sri Vinayak Chavithi (Ganesh), from this day onwards starts Sri Ganapathi Navaratrulu for 9 days. There will be every day - [Sree Krishna Janmashtami on 17th August 2014 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/05/04/sree-krishna-janmashtami-on-17th-august-2014-sunday/) - Sree Krishna Janmashtami: Sree Krishna birth falls on 17th August 2014 Sunday. For all the devotee’s the festival will be celebrated on 17th August 2014 Sunday at 5pm. There will be kid’s musical chairs and breaking Perugu Muntha (Yoghurt Pot) and lots more fun activities. We wish that everyone bring their children would participate such - [2014 News letter](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/03/26/2014-news-letter/) - [Raksha Bandan on 10-8-2014 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/05/04/raksha-bandan-on-10-8-2014-sunday/) - Raksha Bandan: Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Jaya Nama Year, Shravana Masa Sudha Pournami on 10-8-2014 Sunday. This festival is celebrated amongst love of brothers and sisters for their wellbeing. - [Sri Satyanarayana Swamy vratam on 10-8-2014 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/05/04/sri-satyanarayana-swamy-vratam-on-10-5-2014-saturday/) - Samoohika Sri Satyanarayana Swamy vratam: Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Jaya Nama Year, Vaisaka Suda Ekadasi on 10-8-2014 Sunday Sri Rama Sahita Veera Venkata Satyarayana Swamy vratam. This vratam will be performed by couples and reduced fee of £5.00 is applicable. Please aware that maximum of 25 couples can be performed at once; this is because - [Sri Vara Lakshmi Vratam on 8-8-2014 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/05/04/sri-vara-lakshmi-vratam-on-8-8-2014-friday/) - Vara Lakshmi Vratam: Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Jaya Nama Year, Shravana Masa Sudha Dwadasi 8-8-2014 Friday Sri Vara Lakshmi Vratam. This most auspicious occasion especially for ladies, we request that anyone interested in doing this Vratam at the temple. Please contact the priest. - [Daksha’ayanam on 17-7-2014 Thrusday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/05/04/dakshaayanam-on-17-7-2014-thrusday/) - Daksha’ayanam: 17-7-2014 Ashada Bahula Sashti Thursday commences the auspicious of Daksha’ayanam. Which means it is the second part of the year in Hindu calendar. There are two parts in the year, first part known as ‘Uttara’ayanam and second part ‘Daksha’ayanam. People who are born in these parts and its relevance is told in Bhagavad Gita. - [Guru Pournami on 12-7-2014 Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/05/04/guru-pournami-on-12-7-2014-saturday/) - Guru Pournami: Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Jaya Nama Year, Aashada Sudha Pournami 12-7-2014 Saturday Guru Pournami. For Sri Shiridi Sai Baba commencing early morning there is Abhishekam and Vibhooti (Chalk) rituals performed. Any interesting devotees can attend and participate on this day. - [Sri Anjaneya Swamy Vari Jayanthi on 23-5-2014 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/05/04/sri-anjaneya-swamy-vari-jayanthi-on-23-5-2014-friday/) - Sri Anjaneya Swamy Jayanthi: Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Jaya Nama Year, Vaishka Bahula Dasami on 23-5-2014 Friday Sri Anjaneya Swamy Vari Jayanthi. On the day early morning commences with Swamy Vari Abhishekam, Tamalu Pakulu (Betel Leaf) and Sindhuram puja (Rituals) is performed. We kindly request all the devotees’ to attend and participate on this most - [Sri Venkateswara Kalayanam on 10-5-2014 Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/05/04/sri-venkateswara-kalayanam-on-10-5-2014-saturday/) - Sri Venkateswara Kalayanam: Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Jaya Nama Year, Vaishakamasa Suda Ekadasi on 10-5-2014 Saturday Sri Venkateswara Kalayanam. On this day Sri Alivelu Managa, Padmavathi wed Sri Venkateswara Swamy. We have arranged couples to participate in this occasion. We have maximum capacity of 25 couples to perform the rituals at once due to limited - [Masa Shivaratri on 27-4-2014 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/05/04/masa-shivaratri-on-27-4-2014-sunday/) - MasaShivaratri: Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Jaya Nama Year, Chaitra Bahula Thrayodasi on 27-4-2014 Sunday. Abhishekam performed on Lord Shiva, it is believed to be an auspicious and rid of ill omens. Anyone wishing to perform personally can do so or if you are unable to attend, then you can provide your details to priest with - [Sri RamaNavami on 8-4-2014 Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2014/05/04/sri-ramanavami-on-8-4-2014-tuesday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Jaya Nama Year, Chaitra Sudha Navami on 8-4-2014 Tuesday Sri RamaNavami. There is Swami Vari Kalayanam (Wedding on God Idols) performed at 11.00am. We request anyone interested in participating in this wedding or want to perform yourselves, please put your name forward to the priest. We also request everyone to attend - [Sankranthi on 19-1-2014 Sunday and Bogi festivals on 14-01-2014 Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2013/09/19/sankranthi-on-19-1-2014-tuesday-bogi-festivals/) - Sankranthi: Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Vijayanama samvathsara Pushya Sudha Chaturdasi on 14-1-2014 Tuesday Bogi festivals. To celebrate this occasion with all Telugu peoples, we have acquired a hall and there will be special people are attending, this occasion also we have special programmes arranged. The committee decided to celebrate this occasion on 19-1-2014 Sunday. We - [Mukkoti Ekadasi on 11-1-2014 Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2013/09/19/mukkoti-ekadasi-on-11-1-2014-saturday/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Vijayanama samvathsara Pushya Sudha Ekadasi on 11-1-2014 Saturday. This is also known as Vykunta Ekadasi. Anyone interested in performing pooja please contact priest. His contact numbers Landline 01772 798512 and Mobile: 07597021071 - [Sri Subrahmanyam Swamy Sashti on 8-12-2013 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2013/09/19/sri-subrahmanyam-swamy-sashti-on-8-12-2013-sunday/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Vijayanama samvathsara Margasira Sudha Sashti on 8-12-2013 Sunday. In the morning at 10am Sri Subrahmanyam Swamy Kalyanam performed thereafter neeranjanam and mantra pushpalu given. Anyone interested in performing this Kalyanam please contact priest. On 16-12-2013 Dhanusu Sankramana it is also known as NelaPattadam. - [PoluSwargam on 2-12-2013 Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2013/09/19/poluswargam-on-2-12-2013-monday/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Vijayanama samvathsara Karthika Bahula Amavasya on 2-12-2013 Monday. On this day it is known as PoluSwargam, it is occasion of giving donations. This can be in form of buying vegetables and donating to priest. - [Kathika Pournami on 17-11-2013 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2013/09/19/kathika-pournami-on-17-11-2013-sunday/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Vijayanama samvathsara Karthika Sudha Pournami on 17-11-2013 Sunday. On evening of this day Deepalu and Shiva pooja is performed. Anyone can attend. - [Ksheerabdhi Dwadasi on 14-11-2013](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2013/09/19/ksheerabdhi-dwadasi-on-14-11-2013/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Vijayanama samvathsara Karthika Sudha Dwadasi on 14-11-2013. There is special pooja is performed on Alivaelu Managa Padamavathi samaetha Sri Venkateswara Swamy. Any devotees wish to attend; they can do so. - [Nagula Chavithi on 7-11-2013](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2013/09/19/nagula-chavithi-on-7-11-2013/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Vijayanama samvathsara Karthika Sudha Chavithi on 7-11-2013. On this day there is special pooja performed on god Subrahmanya Swamy. All those devotees interested in attending this occasion please contact priest. - [Karthika Masam on 4-11-2013 Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2013/09/19/karthika-masam-on-4-11-2013-monday/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Vijayanama samvathsara Karthika Sudha Poudyami on 4-11-2013 Monday. Starting from Monday every evening at 6.15pm Askasa Deepaardhana and Shiva Abhishekam will be performed, any interested devotees can attend. - [Deepavali on 3-11-2013 Sunday evening at 6.15pm](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2013/09/19/deepavali-on-3-11-2013-sunday-evening-at-6-15pm/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Vijayanama samvathsara Ashvija Bahula Amavasya on 3-11-2013 Sunday evening at 6.15pm there will be Deepalu lights and Lakshmi Devi pooja with neerajanam and mantra pushpalu will be given and thereafter fireworks. All enthusiastic people can bring their own home made food and fireworks. We eagerly are looking forward for this anticipation. - [DEVI NAVARATRULU on 5-10-2013 Saturday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2013/09/19/devi-navaratrulu-on-5-10-2013-saturday/) - Swasthi Sri Chandramana Sri Vijayanama samvathsara Ashvija Sudha Poudyami on 5-10-2013 Saturday onwards DeviNavaratrulu commences. Any devotees interested in participating would welcome, if any reasons those who cannot attend; such as work related. They can give their names and gothram to priest with fee of £10 for duration of nine days. For other requirements please - [Sree Krishna Janmashtami on 28th August 2013 Wednesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2013/07/31/sree-krishna-janmashtami-on-28th-august-2013-wednesday/) - Sree Krishna birth falls on 28th August 2013 Wednesday. For all the devotee’s the festival will be celebrated on 31st August 2013 Saturday at 6pm. There will be kid’s musical chairs and breaking Perugu Muntha (Yoghurt Pot) and lots more fun activities. We wish that everyone bring their children would participate such a wonderful event and celebrate. - [2013 Sankranti event video for sale](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2013/02/02/2013-sankranti-event-video-for-sale/) - Sankranti event on 13/01/2013 was recorded and is on sale, in DVD or HD (Blu-Ray) disks. DVD (Standard Quality) - £4.00 + Delivery £4 postage = Total £8 High Quality Blu-ray (HD) - £8.00 + Delivery £4 postage = Total £12 or Collect the disks from our temple with out delivery charge. for more information Email - [Sri Vinayak Chavithi on 9-9-2013](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2013/03/26/sri-vinayak-chavithi/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vijaya Nama Year, BhaadraPada Sudha Chavithi on 9-9-2013 Monday Sri Vinayak Chavithi (Ganesh), from this day onwards starts Sri Ganapathi Navaratrulu for 9 days. There will be every day regular rituals performed on early morning and evening. If anyone interested in regular attendance for the pooja can do so; there is - [Vara Lakshmi Vratam on 16-8-2013 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2013/03/26/vara-lakshmi-vratam-on-16-8-2013-friday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vijaya Nama Year, Shravana Masa Sudha Dasami 16-8-2013 Friday Sri Vara Lakshmi Vratam. This most auspicious occasion especially for ladies, we request that anyone interested in doing this vratam at the temple. Please contact the priest. - [Consul General VYRAGYAM SIDDI RAMALINGAM invited to our Telugu Community on 18-08-2013 5:30 pm](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2013/07/31/consul-general-vyragyam-siddi-ramalingam-invited-to-our-telugu-community-on-18-08-2013-530-pm/) - India Consul General VYRAGYAM SIDDI RAMALINGAM invited to our Telugu Community on 18-08-2013 5:30 pm. Everyone is welcome to greet him. - [Sree Venkateswara vuthsava vigrahala prathishta on 17-08-2013 from 9am to midday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2013/07/31/sree-venkateswara-vuthsava-vigrahala-prathishta-on-17-08-2013-from-9am-to-midday/) - Sree Venkateswara vuthsava vigrahala prathishta and third Saturday suprabhataseva on 17-08-2013 from 9am to midday. - [Guru Pournami on 21-7-2013](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2013/03/26/guru-pournami-on-21-7-2013/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vijaya Nama Year, Jyeshta Sudha Pournami on 21-7-2013 Sunday Sri Shiridi Sai Baba Guru Pournami. For Sri Shiridi Sai Baba commencing early morning there is Abhishekam and Vibhooti (Chalk) rituals performed. Any interesting devotee’s can attend and participate on this day. - [Sri Anjaneya Swamy Jayanthi on 3-6-2013 Monday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2013/03/26/sri-anjaneya-swamy-jayanthi-on-3-6-2013-monday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vijaya Nama Year, Vaishka Bahula Dasami on 3-6-2013 Monday Sri Anjaneya Swamy Vari Jayanthi. On the day early morning commences with Swamy Vari Abhishekam, Tamalu Pakulu (Betel Leaf) and Sindhuram pooja (Rituals) is performed. We kindly request all the devotees’ to attend and participate on this most precious occasion and receive - [Sri Venkateswara Kalayanam on 21-5-2013 Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2013/03/26/sri-venkateswara-kalayanam-on-21-5-2013-tuesday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vijaya Nama Year, Vaishakamasa Ekadasi on 21-5-2013 Tuesday Sri Venkateswara Kalayanam. On this day Sri Alivelu Managa, Padmavathi wed Sri Venkateswara Swamy. On this day normal procedures will be done by priest, if anyone can attend please do so. Due to many people have work and won’t be able to attend - [Sri RamaNavami on 19-4-2013](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2013/03/26/sri-ramanavami-on-19-4-2013/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vijaya Nama Year, Chaitra Sudha Navami on 19-4-2013 Friday Sri RamaNavami. There is Swami Vari Kalayanam (Wedding on God Idols) performed at 11.00am. We request anyone interested in participating in this wedding or want to perform yourselves, please put your name forward to the priest. We also request everyone to attend - [UGADHI on 11-4-2013 Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2013/03/26/ugadhi-on-11-4-2013-thursday/) - Swasti Sri Chandramana Sri Vijaya Nama Year, Chaitra Sudha Poudyami on 11-4-2013 Thursday Ugadhi festival. On this day most auspicious ceremonies performed at the temple. We request that all devotees’ to attend on this precious occasion to celebrate the festival and take Ugadhi pickles, holy water, festive foods and blessing of the god. There is - [Sankranthi Young talented required, Sunday 13th January 2013](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/10/28/sankranthi-young-talented-required-sunday-13th-january-2013/) - Hi everybody specially Young talented children! We will be celebrating "Sankranthi" Festival on Sunday 13th January 2013 . Starts at 10.am at temple and then Programs will commence from 12.15 midday at function hall. If any of you interested in singing,dancing or comedy act or anything to Entertain the audience Please email info@venkateswara.co.uk or contact - [Maha Shiva Rathri on Sunday 10-3-2013](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/11/13/maha-shiva-rathri-on-sunday-10-3-2013/) - Maha Shiva Rathri festival falls on the Sunday 10-3-2013. The committee arranged Maha Rudhrabhishekam for the Lord Shiva. Anyone interested in performing this ceremony please contact priest on 01772 798512 or 07597021071. - [Sankranthi on Sunday 13-1-2013](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/11/13/sankranthi-on-sunday-13-1-2013/) - Sankranthi is celebrated across the India with various names and also marks the transition of the Sun into Makara Rashi (Capricorn) on its celestial path.This is greatly known as harvest day festival, it is celebrated for four days in Andhra Pradesh. On 13-1-2013 is the Bhogi day, at the temple there will be Neerajaanam Mantrapuspam - [Gobbemmalu festival on 30th December at 4:00pm](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/12/28/gobbemmalu-festival-on-30th-december-at-400pm/) - The event will be conducted by Sai and Praveena's family (Shriya and children). The young girls prepare Gobbemmalu and decorate it with flowers and keep it in the muggu or kolam(artistic floral designs are drawn on the floor with rice flour or fine powder from limestone). Every one is invited to this event. - [2012 Sankranti event video for sale](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/02/07/sankranti-event-video-for-sale-3-pounds/) - Sankranti event on 15/01/2012 was recorded and is on sale, in 3 DVDs disks or 2 HD (Blu-Ray) disks. 3 DVDs disks - £3.00 + Delivery £4 postage = Total £7 2 HD (Blu-Ray) disks - £10.00 + Delivery £4 postage = Total £14 or Collect the disks from our temple with out delivery charge. - [Deepavali on 13th November 2012](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/09/15/deepavali-on-13th-november-2012/) - Deepavali is on 13th November 2012, for the convenience of the entire devotee’s it will be held on Saturday 17th November 2012 at 6pm. There will be Dhanalakshmi pooja and neerajana mantra pushpam and teeradham Prasadams will be given. Thereafter fireworks commences, we wish everyone attend and make successful event. - [Mukkoti Ekadasi on Sunday 23-12-2012](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/11/13/mukkoti-ekadasi-on-sunday-23-12-2012/) - On Sunday 23-12-2012 Mukkoti Ekadasi also known as Vaikunta Ekadasi, there will be a consecration ceremony on the lord Venkateswara and Srimathi Padamavathi. We request all the devotees to participate in this event - [Sree Subramanyam Sashsti on Tuesday 18-12-2012](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/11/13/sree-subramanyam-sashsti-on-tuesday-18-12-2012/) - Tuesday 18-12-2012 Sree Subramanyam Sashsti, on this day a marriage ceremonial for the lord Sree Subramanyam Swamy with Valli and Devasena performed. Any devotees’ forward their names to the priest. - [Ekaadasa on Saturday 24-11-2012](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/11/13/ekaadasa-on-saturday-24-11-2012/) - Albeit Ekaadasa falls on Saturday 24-11-2012, on this day Lord Venkateswara adorned with rich garlands of flowers and dress at 9.15am, thereafter Samoohika (altogether) Satyanarayana Vrathalu will commence. If anyone interested in this event; please forward your name and gotharam to priest. Fee will also apply. Please ask priest for details. - [Karthiga Sudha Poudyami on 14-11-2012 Wednesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/11/13/karthiga-sudha-poudyami-on-14-11-2012-wednesday/) - Swasthi Sree Chandraman Sree Nandana Naama Saamvathara Karthiga Sudha Poudyami on 14-11-2012 Wednesday, it is Akaasha Deeparadhana. Hence every evening of this month at 6pm a light will be lit (Deeparadhana) and every Monday morning Lord Shiva’s abishekam will be performed. Any interested participants can join for this auspicious Karthiga month. - [Sree Krishna Janmashtami on 11th August 2012 Thursday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/06/24/sree-krishna-janmashtami-on-11th-august-2012-thursday/) - Sree Krishna birth falls on 9th August 2012 Thursday. For all the devotee’s the festival will be celebrated on 11th August 2012 Saturday at 6pm. There will be kid’s musical chairs and breaking Perugu Muntha (Yoghurt Pot) and lots more fun activities. We wish that everyone bring their children would participate such a wonderful event - [Telugu Day in the Nehru Center at South Audley Street, London 2nd of November](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/09/06/telugu-day-in-the-nehru-center-at-south-audley-street-london-2nd-of-november/) - Message from Ragasudha I am glad to inform, that Telugu Day will be conducted in association with The Nehru Centre at its premises at South Audley Street, London on Friday, 2ndNovember. As you already know, I have been performing, choreographing, organising & helping with organising cultural programs in the U.K for few years now. In the pursuit of - [Sree Devi Navarathrulu On Tuesday 16th October 2012](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/09/15/sree-devi-navarathrulu-on-tuesday-16th-october-2012/) - On Tuesday 16th October 2012, Sree Devi Navaratri Mohatsavam begins and continues for 9 days; everyday at 5am Kumkum Archana and Homalu will be performed. If any devotees are in interest please provide your details and gothram to the priest. The cost for the 9 days will be £9 which is equivalent to £1 day. - [Sree Sidhi Vinayaka Chavithi On 19th September](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/09/15/sree-sidhi-vinayaka-chavithi-on-19th-september/) - On 19th September 2012 Wednesday, Sree Ganapathy navarathrulu commences and every day Ganapathy Homalu will be performed for duration of 9 days. If anyone interested in participating in this event; please provide your details and gothram with the fee to priest. For the times of pooja and the cost ask priest for the details. On - [UKTA 2nd Annual Day - Musical Night by Mani Sharma & Megastar Chiranjeevi as Chief guest](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/06/17/ukta-2nd-annual-day-musical-night-by-mani-sharma-megastar-chiranjeevi-as-chief-guest/) - EVENT TO BE HELD AT THE FOLLOWING TIME, DATE, AND LOCATION: Saturday, July 14, 2012 from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM (GMT) TROXY 490 Commercial Road Limehouse E1 0HX London United Kingdom To book please use this link Event Details - [Sri Hanuman Lakhs Patri (Tamalapakulu) Yagnam on 28th July 2012](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/06/24/sri-hanuman-lakhs-patri-tamalapakulu-yagnam-on-28th-july-2012/) - FOR ALL DEVOTEE’S OF SRI HANUMAN On 28th July 2012, Sri Hanuman Lakhs Patri (Tamalapakulu) Yagnam will be held at Telugu Community Association, 28 St Mary’s Street, Preston PR1 5LN. We kindly request if there is any devotee(s) want to involve in this yagnam, want to give hearty welcome. This kind of yagnam has never - [Varalakshmi Vratham On 27th July 2012 Friday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/06/24/varalakshmi-vratham-on-27th-july-2012-friday/) - On 27th July 2012 Friday Varalakshmi Vratham falls on this day, the day before Hanuman Yagnam. If anyone interested in doing the Vrtham at the temple, please contact us. - [Telugu Teneeru programme by C.P. Brown Telugu Foundation on 28-07-2012 from 2pm to 5pm](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/07/08/telugu-teneeru-programme-by-c-p-brown-telugu-foundation-on-28-07-2012-from-2pm-to-5pm/) - “Telugu Teneeru” a programme conducted by C.P. Brown Telugu Foundation which is an organization founded to serve the community through Telugu Language and Literature is going to be conducted in our Temple premises on 28-07-2012 from 2pm to 5pm. The organizers promise that it is going to be entertaining and humorous. Famous writers from America - [Guru Pournami 3rd July 2012 Tuesday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/06/24/guru-pournami-3rd-july-2012-tuesday/) - On 3rd July 2012 Tuesday Sree Sridi Sai Baba birth day, on this day Palaabhishekam (Bathing in Milk) and Harathulu (Incense Sticks) will be performed. If any devotee’s willing to come and participate would be welcome. For those devotees have inconvenience coming, the programme will be held on 7th July 2012 Saturday. - [SANKRANTHI PARTY RAFFLE TICKET PRIZES DETAILS (15/01/2012)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/01/07/sankranthi-party-raffle-ticket-prizes-details-15012012/) - The following are the prizes for the raffle : 1st Prize £100 Cash 2nd Prize Fujifilm L55 Camera 3rd Prize Toshiba Blu-ray Player Other prizes : Russell Hobbs Caffe Torino 10 Cup Coffee Maker Russell Hobbs Three Piece Stainless Steel Pan Set Cookworks 1.5L Rice Cooker Marks and Spencers Gold Plated Necklace Boots Vanity Case - [Sri Venkateswara Kalyanam on 12th May 2012](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/05/09/sri-venkateswara-kalyanam-on-12th-may-2012/) - Swasthi Sri Chandra Mana Sri Nandhan Nama Samvatsara, Vaishakha Bahula Sapthami falls on Saturday 12th May 2012. At Sri Alivelu Manga, Sri Padmavathi and Sri Venkateswara swami Temple, at 9:15am, we will be performing Sri Venkateswara Kalyanam. We request all devotees to come and celebrate this auspicious day and take blessings. Meals will be provided - [Hanuman Jayanthi on Tuesday 15th May 2012](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/05/09/hanuman-jayanthi-on-tuesday-15th-may-2012/) - Swasthi Sri Chandra Mana Sri Nandhan Nama Samvatsara, Vaishakha Bahula Dasami falls on Tuesday 15th May 2012. This day is Hanuman Jayanthi. Sri Anjaneya Swami variki Pooja will be performed in the morning at 6:30am. We request all devotees to come and celebrate this auspicious day and take blessings. For further details of the prayer - [Sri Satyanarayana Vratham on Monday 4th June 2012](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/05/09/sri-satyanarayana-vratham-on-monday-4th-june-2012/) - Swasthi Sri Chandra Mana Sri Nandhan Nama Samvatsara, Jaishta Sudha Pournami falls on Monday 4th June 2012. At 9:35am Sri Satyanarayana Vratham will be performed. We request all devotees to come and celebrate this auspicious day and take blessings. There is a special reduced price for any members wishing to perform the pooja for only - [Ugadi Celebrations on 25/03/2012 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2012/03/05/ugadi-celebrations-on-25032012-sunday/) - Ugadi is the Telugu New Year and marks the beginning of the Nandana Namasamvathsaram, Chaitra Shudda Padyami. This year Ugadi falls on Friday, 23rd March 2012. Temple will be opened from 10 am till 7 pm. Ugadi will be celebrated on Sunday 25th March 2012. Poojas will commence 10:00 am followed by panchangam sravanam for the forthcoming - [Ugadi Celebrations on 10/04/2011 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/03/27/ugadi-celebrations-on-10042011-sunday/) - Ugadi is the Telugu New Year and marks the beginning of the Sri Khara Nama Samvatsar, Chaitra Shudda Padyami. This year Ugadi falls on Monday, 4th April 2011. Also on this day the Vasanta Navarathrulu will start. Devalayam Sri Alivelu Manga Padmavathi Sametha Sri Venkateswara Swami Varulaku & Durga Deviki, special poojas will be performed. Sri - [Sankranthi Festival Programme January 2012](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/12/25/sankranthi-festival-programme-january-2012/) - Makara Sankranthi will be celebrated on Sunday 15th January 2012. This is a big event in the Telugu Calendar and will be celebrated grandly at the New Central Club with various cultural songs and other performances. The celebrations will start with pooja’s performed at the temple from 11am, where our distinguished guests, The Mayor, Councillors - [సంక్రాంతి పండుగ – 15/01/2011 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/12/18/sankranthi-programs-–-15012011-sunday/) - మకర సంక్రాంతి: ది15-01-2012 వ తేదీ ఆదివారం తెలుగు ప్రజలకు ప్రముఖమైన పండుగను అతి వైభవంగా వివిధరకాల కళాకారుల కళలనుప్రోత్సాహించి ,విందు వినోదాలతో జరరిపించే ఏర్పాట్లు చేయుచున్నాము. ఉదయం 11 గంటలకు మనదేవాలయంలో సంక్రాతి శంకరునిపూజ భోగి మంట కార్యక్రమాలు జరుగును. మన నగర మేయర్, MP Mark Hendrick, councillors అతిదులుగా వస్తున్నారు.12 గంటలకు మన దేవాలయానికి అతిచేరువలో సెయింట్ మేరిస్త్రీట్ నార్త్ లోగల సిటి సెంట్రల్ క్లబ్ లోమన ముక్య అతిదులతో చిన్న సమావేశం - [Gobbemmalu festival on 26th December at 5:00pm](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/12/02/gobbemmalu-festival-on-26th-december-at-500pm/) - The event will be conducted by Satti Bhulokareddy's family (Nandini and children ) The young girls prepare Gobbemmalu and decorate it with flowers and keep it in the muggu or kolam(artistic floral designs are drawn on the floor with rice flour or fine powder from limestone). Every one is invited to this event. - [Bhadrakalayana Mahotsavam on 17 December 2011 11AM](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/12/02/bhadrakalayana-mahotsavam-on-17-december-2011-11am/) - With the Divine Blessings of Bhagawaan Sri Sri Sri Satya Sai Baba Cordially invite you, with family and friends on the auspicious celebration of “Bhadrakalayana Mahotsavam” ( Celestial Wedding of Lord Sri Krishna to his 7th Consort – Bhadradevi) Bridegroom: Lord Sri Krishna Bride: Bhadradevi (Son of Devaki & King Vasudev) (Daughter of Srutikeertidevi - [Subramanya Shasti (30/11/2011)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/08/22/subramanya-shasti-30112011/) - Subramanya Shasti falls on Sunday 30th November 2011. Abhishekams will be performed in the morning followed by Sri Vali Subramanyeswara Swami Kalyanam. - [Karthika Sudha Ekhadasi (06/11/2011)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/08/22/karthika-sudha-ekhadasi-06112011/) - For Karthika Sudha Ekhadasi, on Sunday, 06th November 2011 10:30am, Eswara Abhishekam, Satyanarayana Vratham will be performed. In the evening from 6:30pm Sri Lakshmi Narayana Pooja will be performed. - [Nagula Chavithi (30/10/2011)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/08/22/nagula-chavithi-30102011/) - Nagula Chavithi falls on Sunday, 30th October 2011, from 6:00am to 10 Sri Subrahmanyeswara Swami abhisheka poojas will be performed with cow’s milk. For more information please contact poojari garu on 01772 798512 - [Deepavali Festival (26/10/2011)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/08/22/deepavali-festival-26102011/) - Due to Deepavali falling on Wednesday, 26th October 2011, Sri Lakshmi pooja will be carried out at the temple in the evening between 6:30pm and 9pm. This will be celebrated on the evening of the 30th October 2011 - [Vijayadashami (Dasara) auction 09/10/2011 Sunday afternoon](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/10/08/vijayadashami-dasara-auction-09102011-sunday-afternoon/) - Vijayadashami (Dasara) falls on Thursday 6th October 2011 so Dasara celebrations will be held at our temple on 09/10/2011 Sunday. Pujas will be performed in the morning, Lunch will be served in the afternoon. Auction will starts at 3 PM. All Devi sarees are auctioned and a Big Prasadam Lucky Laddu (donated by K.Prabakara Reddy) is also auctioned. Everyone is welcome - [Sree Devi Navaraathrulu (28/09/2011 – 06/10/2011)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/08/22/sree-devi-navaraathrulu-28092011-–-06102011/) - Between the 28th September 2011 and 6th October 2011 Devi Navarathri’s will be celebrated. Every day, Devi poojas will be conducted by couples every morning between 5am and 10am and in the evening between 5pm and 9pm. We request that you participate on these days and receive blessings. For information please contact the poojari garu. - [Sree Vinayaka Chavithi (01/09/2011 – 11/09/2011)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/08/22/sree-vinayaka-chavithi-01092011-–-11092011/) - On the 1st September 2011, Vinayaka chavithi will be celebrated. Between the 1st September 2011 and 11th September 2011 Ganapathi navarathri’s will be celebrated. During these days, every morning between 5am and 9am and in the evening between 4pm and 6pm a couple will be conducting the pooja and perform the Lakshmiganpathi Homam. We encourage - [Sri Sreenivasa Kalyanam (Harikatha) 17/09/2011 @ 7:30 PM](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/09/03/sri-sreenivasa-kalyanam-harikatha-17092011-730-pm/) - smt Jayanthi Savitri Garu, will be performing Sri Sreenivasa Kalyanam katha (Harikatha) in our temple on saturday 17th September at 7.30pm. About smt Jayanthi Savitri Garu: Smt. Jayanthi Savithri is an eminent Bhagavatharini (Harikatha artist) from Annamacharya Project - TTD, Tirupathi. Smt. Jayanthi has been propagating the "Pada Kavithas" of Sri Annamacharya in the form - [Sri Krishna Janmashtami (21/08/2011)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/05/23/sri-krishna-janmashtami-21082011/) - On Sunday 21st August 2011 Sravanabahula Ashtami, Sri Krishna Janmashtami will be celebrated at the Venkateswara temple. Sree Radha Krishana pooja will be started at 6.00pm followed by perugumuntha with one child dressed up as little Krishna. There will be a musical chairs games. Meals will be served after perugumuntha. Devotees are requested to bring - [Varalakshmi Vratham (12/08/2011)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/05/24/varalakshmi-vratham-12082011/) - On Friday the 12th August 2011 Sravanamasa Sudha Chethrudhasi Sukravaaram Sri Varalakshmi Vratam will be celebrated. The pooja will start from 5.00am and complete around 10:00am. The Pooja will re-commence in the afternoon between 3.00pm and 9.00pm. Devotees are requested to participate in this event aspecially ladies and recieve BLESSINGS FROM LAKSHMI DEVI. Any pooja - [Guru Pournami (17/07/2011)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/05/25/guru-pournami-17072011/) - The full moon day, Ashada, on Friday 15/07/2011 is observed as the auspicious day of Guru Pournami, a day sacred to the memory of the great sage Vyasa. To celebrate this occasion, on Sunday 17/07/2011 for Sri Sri Sri Samartha Sadhguru Sainath guru, poojas will be performed at the Venkateswara swami temple starting at 10:30am - [Paris Weekend Coach Trip on 6th August](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/05/22/paris-weekend-coach-trip-on-6th-august/) - Weekend coach trip to Paris only few seats remaining. Coach leaves on 6th August at 02.00am Saturday morning from 28 ST Marys Street, Preston. PR1 5LN Trip Schedule Coach leaves at 2.00am on Saturday from our temple then proceeds to Dover then by ferry to France. From the port to Paris on the way - [May 2011 NewsLetter](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/05/01/may-2011-newsletter/) - Download the May 2011 Newsletter Click here to download Get Acrobat Reader to view the pdf - [Inauguration of New Statues on 28th May 2011](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/05/09/inauguration-of-new-statues-on-28th-may-2011/) - Swasthisree Chandra Mana Sri Khara Nama Samvatsara, Bahula Ekhaa Dasi, Saturday 28th May 2011, Sri Alievelu Manga Sri Padmavathi together with Sri Venkateswara Swami temple in preston, the Panchaloha statues will be inaugurated. The inauguration has been decided by the committee and its advisors. Programme details In the very early morning, before the sunrise, Brahma - [Hanuman Jayanthi on 27th May 2011](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/05/09/hanuman-jayanthi-on-27th-may-2011/) - Swasthisree Chandra Mana Sri Khara Nama Samvatsara, Bahula Dasami falls on Friday 27th May 2011. This day is Hanuman Jayanthi. Sri Anjaneya Swami variki Pooja will be performed in the morning with Paan leaves, many flowers and Ghanda Sindhooram. We request all devotees to come and celebrate this auspicious day and take blessings. For further details of the prayer - [Sri-Ramnavami on 10/04/2011 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/03/27/sri-ramnavami-on-10042011/) - Sri-Ramnavami is dedicated to the memory of Lord Rama. It occurs on the ninth day (navami). The festival commemorates the birth of Rama who is remembered for his preperous and righteous reign. Sri Rama Navami will fall on Tuesday, 12th April 2011. This year Ugadi falls on Monday, 4th April 2001. Ugadi & Sri Sita - [శివరాత్రి మహోత్సవం 02-03-2011](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/01/27/02-03-2011/) - స్వస్తిశ్రీ చాంద్రమాన శ్రీ విక్రుతనామ సంవత్సర మాఘ బహుళ చతుర్ధశి అనగా 02-03-2011 బుధవారం మహాశివరాత్రి అయినది ఈ సందర్భంగా దేవాలయంలో ఉదయం 4.00 గంటల నుండి సాయంత్రం 9.00 గంటలవరకు అభిషేకములు నిర్వహించబడును అభిషేక కాలంలో పాల్గొనే భక్తులు పూజారి గారిని ముందుగానే సంప్రదిం చవలెను .రాత్రి 9.00 గంటల నుండి 12.00 గంటల వరకు లింగోద్భవ కాల సందర్భంగా అభిషేకములు చేయబడును ఈ లింగోద్భవ కాల అభిషేకాలకు పాల్గొనే భక్తులు మరియూ మహాశివరాత్రి జాగారం - [November 2010 Newsletter](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2010/11/11/november-2010-newsletter/) - Download the November 2010 Newsletter Click here to download Telugu Version Click here to download English Version Get Acrobat Reader to view the pdf - [Makara Sankranthi (16/01/2011)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2010/11/11/makara-sankranthi-16012011/) - Makara Sankranthi will be celebrated on Sunday 16th January 2011. This is a big event in the Telugu Calendar and will be celebrated grandly at the London Road Labour Club with various cultural songs and other performances. If you would like to participate in any of the performances please come forward and contact poojari garu - [SANKRANTHI PARTY RAFFLE TICKET PRIZES DETAILS (16/01/2011)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2010/12/30/sankranthi-party-raffle-ticket-prizes-details/) - 1ST PRIZE 2 TICKETS TO FRANCE WEEKEND TRIP ON 06th August 2011 BY COACH 2ND PRIZE CANNON DIGITAL CAMERA 10 MEGA PIXELS. 3RD PRIZE RICE COOKER. 4th Prize 1 x set of 3 cosmetic bags, 5th Prize 1 x Benneton COLD perfume (100ml) 6th Prize 1 x bath set Other Prizes worth £15 or above - [SANKRANTHI PROGRAMES SCHEDULE – 16/01/2011 Sunday](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2011/01/10/sankranthi-programes-schedule-16012011-sunday/) - [mappress mapid="2"] 1.) 9.00 AM SUPRABHATHA SEVA AT TEMPLE 28 ST MARY ’S STREET, PRESTON PR1 5LN and Rongoli by Joti Satti. 2.) 9.45 AM SANKRANTHI POOJA AT TEMPLE 3.) 11.00 AM GO TO LONDON ROAD LABOUR CLUB 4.) 11.30 AM WELCOME ALL GUESTS TO THE HALL ,AND SPECIAL GUESTS ON TO STAGE . 5.) SPEECH - [Hanuman Vratham (19/12/2010)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2010/11/11/hanuman-vratham-19122010/) - On Sunday 19th December 2010, Hanuman poojas will be performed. Devotees are requested to contact poojari garu on 01772 798512. - [Mokkoti Ekhadasi (17/12/2010)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2010/11/11/mokkoti-ekhadasi-17122010/) - For Mokkoti Ekhadasi, on Friday, 17th December 2010, Sri Alivelu Manga, Padmavathi, Venkateswara Swami Abhishekam, Sahasra Namarchana will be perfomed with a variety of flowers. - [Subramanya Shasti (11/12/2010)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2010/11/11/subramanya-shasti-11122010/) - Subramanya Shasti falls on Saturday 11th December 2010. Abhishekams will be performed from 5:00am to 10:00am. After this Sri Vali Subramanyeswara Swami Kalyanam will be performed. Lunch will be served in the afternoon. Devotees are requested to bring some prasadams. - [Nagula Chavithi (09/11/2010)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2010/11/02/nagula-chavithi-09112010/) - On Tuesday, 9th November 2010, from 5:00am to 10pm Sri Subrahmanyeswara Swami abhisheka poojas will be performed with cow’s milk. For more information please contact poojari garu on 01772 798512. IMPORTANT: Ksheerabdi Dwadasi falls on the 18th November 2010. It is traditional in this month that Kedaareswara, Satyanarayana Murthi Vratham and Shiva poojas are performed. - [Karthika Masam (07/11/2010 – 05/12/2010)](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2010/11/01/karthika-masam-07112010-–-05122010/) - Karthika Masam will commence from Sunday, 7th November 2010 and last until Sunday, 5th December 2010. This is a sacred period for Lord Shiva. The most sacred days fall every Saturday on the 8th, 15th, 22nd and 29th of November. On Masa Shiva Rathithiri, 4th December 2010, from 5:00am to 10:30pm abishekams will be carried - [Diwali Festival దీపావళి పండుగ 5-11-2010 & 6-11-2010 శనివారం](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2010/10/26/diwali-festival-5-11-2010-6-11-2010/) - స్వస్తిశ్రీ చాంద్రమాన శ్రీ విక్రమనామ సంవత్సర ఆశ్వయుజ అమావాస్య దీపావళి పండుగ ది.5-11-2010 శుక్రవారం అయినది ఆరోజు యదావిదిగా దేవాలయంలో సాయంత్రం శ్రీ లక్ష్మీ పూజలు నిర్వహించబడును . ఈ పండుగను భక్తుల సౌకర్యంకోసం 6-11-2010 శనివారం సాయంత్రం 6.00 గంటలకు దీపాలంకరణ భోజన కార్యక్రమములు జరుగును తదనంతరం బాణసంచా మొదలైన కార్యక్రమములు ప్రారంభమగును ఎవరికీ తోచిన ప్రసాదములు వారు తీసుకుని రావలెను On 5-11-2010 Friday evening Lakshmi pooja is conducted at our - [Sree Devi Navaraathrulu
08th October 2010](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2010/08/03/sree-devi-navaraathrulu-10th-october-2010/) - Between the 8th October 2010 and 17th October 2010 Devi Navarathri’s will be celebrated. Every day from the 8th October 2010, morning and evening Devi poojas will be conducted by couples. We request that you participate on these days and receive BLESSINGS FROM THE GODDESS. For information and pooja items please contact the poojari garu. - [Devi Durga Homam
7AM – 8AM & 4:30PM – 6PM 15th October 2010](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2010/09/11/devi-durga-homam-7am-8pm-430pm-6pm-15th-october-2010/) - Devi Durga Homam on 15th October 2010 7AM - 8PM & 4:30PM - 6PM. Devi Chandi ...the another name of Devi Durga is the symbol Shakti who protects the human being from the happening of all evils and blesses with Success, peace, abundance and Prosperity. The purpose of the Chandi Homam is to remove any - [Basant Panchami 2010 Saraswati Puja
7AM – 8AM & 7PM – 8PM 13th October 2010](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2010/09/11/basant-panchami-2010-saraswati-puja-7am-8am-7pm-8pm-13th-october-2010/) - Saraswati is a Hindu god of education. Saraswati Puja is the worship of Hindu. Generally every year Saraswati Puja is performed during Basant Panchami and Navratri. Saraswati’s birthday – Vasant Panchami is a Hindu festival celebrated every year on the 5th day of the bright fortnight of the lunar month of Magha. Saraswati devi is - [Akhand Vishnu Sahasranaama Satsang
2:00 pm 09th October 2010](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2010/09/20/akhand-vishnusahasranaama-satsang-200-pm-09th-october-2010/) - This is to inform all the members and devotees that on October 9th 2010 the Akhand Vishnu Sahasranaama Satsang will start by 2.30.p.m in the afternoon U.K time @ our temple. This is a global event aiming where one crore people to chant and give head count and all Temples, Organizations, Community Centers, and Individual - [Sree Krishna Janmashtami videos](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2010/09/30/sree-krishna-janmashtami-videos/) - httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-MXzsd5PdE httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4X6oVMyGywY - [Sree Krishna Janmashtami Photos](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2010/09/28/sree-krishna-janmashtami-photos/) - [Sree Vinayaka Chavithi
11th September 2010](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2010/07/03/sree-vinayaka-chavithi-09th-september-2010/) - On the 11th September 2010, Vinayaka chavithi will be celebrated. Between the 11th September 2010 and 19th September 2010 for nine days Ganapathi navarathri’s will also be celebrated. During these nine days, every morning and evening a couple will be conducting the pooja and perform the Lakshmiganpathi Homam. We encourage you to participate on these - [Sree Krishna Janmashtami
05th September 2010](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2010/07/03/sree-krishna-janmashtami-september-05th-2010/) - Due to the auspicious day falling on Wednesday, 1st September 2010, poojas will be carried out at the temple on this day. We have made it convienient for everybody and decided to celebrate this event on Sunday evening on the 5th September 2010. Sree Radha Krishana pooja will be started at 6.00pm followed by perugumuntha - [Sree Varalakshmi Devi Vratam
20th August 2010](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2010/07/03/sree-varalakshmi-devi-vratam-20082010/) - On the 20th August 2010 Swasthisree Chandramana sree Vikruthinama samvathsara Sravanamasa ekaadashi Sukravaaram Varalakshmi Vratam will be celebrated. The pooja will start from 5.00am and complete around 9.30am. The Pooja will re-commence in the evening between 7.00pm and 9.00pm. Devotees are requested to participate in this event aspecially ladies and recieve BLESSINGS FROM LAKSHMI DEVI. - [ August 2010 Newsletter](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/2010/08/01/19/) - Download the August 2010 Newsletter Click here to download Telugu Version Click here to download English Version Get Acrobat Reader to view the pdf ## Pages - [Committee Members](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/committee-members/) - At the June 16th 2018 AGM, new executive and committee members were elected. New members have joined since. The Committee consists of the following:- President Mr Padala Veerabrahma Reddy Vice President Mr Tadi Venkata Reddy General Secretary Mrs Medapati Vijayalakshmi Reddy Treasurer Mr Karri Nagi Reddy Joint Secretary Mr Medapati Ganesh Reddy Joint Treasurer Mr - [Contact us](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/contact-us/) - E-mail: info@venkateswara.co.uk Address: Telugu Community Association Andhra Bhavan 28 St Mary's Street Preston Lanchashire PR1 5LN England UK TEL 07597021071 - [Pooja / Service Price List](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/pooja-service-price-list/) - Pooja / Service Price List 2024 The services below are only available to members of the Telugu Community Association. For details on other services or details on how to obtain membership please contact the TCA office on 01772 798512 or e-mail us at info@venkateswara.co.uk Note: For home services, transportation for the priest should be provided - [తెలుగు వార్తలు](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/telugu-news/) - [తెలుగు పంచాంగము](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/pamchangamu/) - [Telugu School](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/telugu-school/) - Do you want to learn the Telugu Language and culture? Can you speak, read or write in Telugu? Want to Learn more? Then come and join the only Telugu Community school in the North of England. This service is provided free to all children of the TCA members. The school prides itself in developing and presenting - [Price List](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/price-list/) - Pooja / Service Price List 2010 The services below are only available to members of the Telugu Community Association. For details on other services or details on how to obtain membership please contact the TCA office on 01772 798512 or e-mail us at info@venkateswara.co.uk Service Approx Duration In Temple Home Abhishekam 1 hour £5 N/A - [About us](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/about/) - The Telugu Community Association formerly Andhra Social & Cultural Organisation, Preston was established in 1975. The association originally was set up to cater for and service the needs of the local Telugu community in Preston. The Telugu community being a minority with an already minority Hindu community in Britain when it first began it was - [Location](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/location/) - Shown below are directions and a map of how to find Telugu Community Association [mappress] ## Categories - [Events](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/category/events/) - [NewsLetter](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/category/newsletter/) - [Archived Events](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/category/archived-events/) - [Media Gallery](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/category/media-gallery/) - [Temple Updates](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/category/temple-updates/) ## Tags - [pooja](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/tag/pooja/) - [festival](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/tag/festival/) - [newsletter](https://www.venkateswara.co.uk/tag/newsletter-2/)