N is for…. Neasden Temple

Join us at the Neasden Temple

BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir – popularly known as ‘Neasden Temple’ – is the ultimate gift bequeathed by His Holiness Pramukh Swami Maharaj to the UK.
It stands a masterpiece of traditional Hindu design and exquisite workmanship that rises serenely amid London’s iconic skyline, in continuation of the millennia-old Hindu tradition of worshipping the Divine through murtis (sacred images).

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MEET DETAILS:

10:30am: MEET outside the temple entrance (by the gates)

Pramukh Swami Road Neasden, London NW10 8HW

10.50am: ENTER the temple for a guided tour starting at 11:00am

The guided tour will be led by a volunteer member of the temple and will include a brief welcome and introductory address, a video presentation, and a guided tour of the Mandir. As part of the visit, we will also witness the midday arti (ritual service), which takes place at 11:45am.
Following the tour, we will visit the Understanding Hinduism exhibition. A nominal fee of £2 per adult applies for this part of the visit and is payable at the temple (Please be sure to bring cash in case card payments aren’t accepted on the day).
Please note that latecomers may not be permitted to join the tour. See the information below regarding etiquette and dress code for visiting the temple and attending the arti ritual.

1:00pm - Late: Meal a The Shayona (OPTIONAL)

12 Pramukh Swami Rd, Neasden, London NW10 8HW (across the road from the temple).

We will conclude the visit with a meal at Shayona, an authentic Indian saatvic vegetarian restaurant offering a selection of dishes that stay true to the rich culinary traditions of the Indian subcontinent.
Each person will be responsible for paying for their own food and drinks, including any service charges.
Shayona Restaurant - Menus & More

TICKETS:
The guided tour is free of charge. Entry to the Understanding Hinduism exhibition is £2 per person, payable at the entrance.
Please be sure to bring cash in case card payments aren’t accepted on the day.

VISITORS GUIDELINES:

Dress Code & Footwear:
A strict dress code is in place—shoulders, chest, upper arms, and navel must be covered, and legwear must be below knee-length. Shoes must be removed before entering the Haveli. The management reserves the right to refuse entry for inappropriate attire or failure to follow guidelines.
Seating During Arti:
Visitors are kindly asked to follow the separate seating arrangements during the arti ceremony.
Bags, Photography and Mobile Phones:
Large bags and cameras must be left in the Baggage Cabin. Mobile phone photography is only allowed outside for personal use; none is permitted inside. Keep phones on silent.

Visitors Guidelines

GETTING THERE:

• TUBE:

Please note that if you're arriving by tube, none of the stations are immediately close to the temple, so some walking or a short bus journey will be required:

• Stonebridge Park Station – approximately a 15–18 minute walk to the temple
• Harlesden Station – approximately a 20-minute walk
• Wembley Park Station – take Bus 206 from Stop O towards Kilburn Park

EVENT WHATSAPP GROUP:

If you are on the 'Going' list only, please join the event WhatsApp group to help you find the group on the day. The link will be published a few days before the event. Please let a host know if your WhatsApp name is different from your Meetup name, otherwise we'll assume you're a spammer!

If you are on the waitlist, please join the WhatsApp group ONLY if/once space frees up and you are moved to the 'going' list.

Joining this WhatsApp group will make your phone number visible to other members in the group.

GROUP RULES, PLEASE NOTE:
LoMAZ events are run by volunteers. We limit event numbers as we prefer a smaller, friendlier group.

If you can no longer attend, please change your RSVP as soon as possible.

We remove members from the LoMAZ Meetup group who:

• RSVP as ‘Going' but then do not show up (without changing their RSVP) three times in a row.
• RSVP as ‘Going' but then change their RSVP to 'No' five times in a row.
• Turn up at an event without being on the 'Going' list (i.e. members who have not signed up or are on the waitlist).

Thank you for your interest in the group & being part of LoMAZ.

Image credit: Victor Huang (iStock)