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 Cow).

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 including puja items £10. Call pujari for any details or give youe name. Pujari mobile number 07597021071 Landline 01772798512

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 in the programmes; could you provide your names and what sort of act you would like to perform and submit before 25th December 2026 to set programme list for this event.
Entrance fee for non-member’s £10 PER PERSON OR FAMILY OF 3 OR 4 FOR £30 Which includes entertainment and Veg& Nonveg Food. Members will contribute as normal. Seats are limited first come first served others will have to stand on side or behind sorry.
RafleTickets available in temple ask pujari Garu if you wish to buy to raise money. There are many prizes. If you wish to bring any unused and unwanted gifts we can add them to the raffle ticket prizes Draw takes place on 18th January at Civic Hall Longridge
Any enquiries regarding Sankranthi please email to vrpadala@yahoo.co.uk

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. The festival’s name comes from the belief that the sun god’s chariot, drawn by seven horses, turns northwards on this day.

Bhishma Ekadasi on Thursday will be remarkable ceremonies is performed. on this dayLord Vishunu to be most auspicious day.

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 is also known as Maghi Purnima and is celebrated with fasts, prayers, and donations.

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

Special Suprabhataseva at 11.20am then bhojana Prasadam will be served .

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.

Masa shivarathri Tuesday contact Pujari if you wish to join and perform Panchamrutha Abhishekam.