49 Best Durga Puja in the UK 2024

Durga Puja is one of the most important festivals celebrated in the United Kingdom by the many Bengali communities, associations, and authorities. For a long time, Durga Puja has become popular in other countries as well. In the UK, several large-scale celebrations attract thousands of devotees each year.

Along with Durga puja, these events include music performances, food stalls, and cultural programs showcasing traditional Indian dance and music.

Durga Puja is famous worldwide, especially in West Bengal, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bangalore, Orissa, Delhi, Pune, etc. Even abroad, like New York, Japan, Durga Puja in Australia, New Jersey, and Switzerland, Durga Puja In London and Bangladesh have grand Durga Puja celebrations. 

1. London Camden Durga Puja – Swiss Cottage Library

Camden Durga Puja is the most anticipated festival by Bengalis in London, and the other communities also participate in this five-day celebration. The committee showcases different cultural activities featuring West Bengal’s heritage during festivals. The puja committee performs the worship with every tradition, and “Bhog” is distributed daily among the devotees. 

• Location: Swiss Cottage Central Library

2. Panchamukhee Durga Puja in the United Kingdom

Panchamukhee was founded in London in 2006. This non-profit organisation’s members aim to showcase India’s art, culture and heritage. This year, the organisation will celebrate their 17th Durga puja, showcasing various art forms of Bengal. Willing persons can donate money through their official website. 

• Location: Harrow Arts Center. 171, Uxbridge Road, London HA5 4EA

3. Wimbledon Cultural Association Durga Puja in London

Wimbledon Cultural Association in London has been organising the Durga puja since 2007. Every year thousands of people from London and outside come to visit here. The puja is performed by following all the cultures and traditions. Arti, Anjali and Prashad’s distribution are the significant features. The puja here is a great success. 

• Location: Saams Hall, 6-12 London Road, SM4 5BQ

4. Sanatan Bengali Association, Palmers Green UK

The Sanatan Bengali Association intends to maintain the rich culture and traditions of the Hindus. Few young and professional Hindus are running this non-profit organisation.

Apart from Durga puja, they also celebrate Kali puja, Saraswati puja and several other cultural programmes. The Indian High Commissioner and the Mayor of London support this puja. 

• Location: Hindu Cultural Society Bhawan, 3 Lyndhurst Avenue, London, N12 0LX

5. UTSAV – London Bengali Association Durga Puja Orpington

This non-profit organisation in London features the culture of Bengal. They promote Bengali culture through various socio-cultural events. The puja is held at Hayes Lane, Bromley, BR2, 9EF, GB. The members here take part in music and dance performances. They also celebrate other occasions, such as Saraswati puja.

• Location:  Sanderson Hall, Mickleham Rd, Orpington BR5 2RW.

6. Hindu Pragati Sangha Mandir, Mile End, UK

Hindu Pragati Sangha Mandir has celebrated Hindu traditions for more than 30 years. The ‘Mandir’ of HPS is located in East London near the Docklands and the city. They organise Durga puja, Ganesh puja, Janmashtami, Jhulan yatra and many other cultural events. People from all over London visit here. 

• Location: 33 Rhonda Grove London E3 5AP, UK.

7. Spandan – Croydon Bengali Association Durga Puja London

Spandan Bengali Association of Croydon is a charitable organisation that promotes Hindu Culture and values. They organise different Bengali and Hindu socio-cultural events annually to bring Indians settled in London close to each other.

They Believe that sociocultural events break the barrier between communities and bring life and happiness to everyone. They are a prominent community organising Durga Puja in the UK.

• Location: Krishna Avanti Primary School, Croydon, CR0 4HA

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8. ADDA – Slough Group Durga puja in the United Kingdom

A close group of families founded ADDA Slough, a charity organisation. The group began in August 2012 and organised many cultural and sports events for the community. The charity wants to promote integration and cohesion in society.

They set a vast pandal up in the cricket ground of Britain’s Slough town. A few years ago, they recreated Kolkata’s Maddox Square here. The club decorated the pandal with handicrafts from West Bengal, Assam, Rajasthan, Odisha and Gujarat. The committee arranged for many food stalls serving famous food of Kolkata like “Phuchka” and “Bhetki macher chop”, etc. The ambience radiated the vibes of Kolkata. 

• Location: Slough Cricket Club, Upton Ct Rd, Slough SL3 7LT

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9. Milton Keynes Ananda Club Durga Puja the United Kingdom

Nine Bengali families living in Milton in 1989 formed the Milton Keynes Ananda Club. The club is a non-profit and socio-cultural organisation registered in England and Wales. The primary aim of the club is to promote education and sports. They also take part in many charitable initiatives.

The club organises many events, annual programs, and seasonal festivals, such as Durga pooja, celebrated in Autumn. This year, the club will celebrate its 33rd Durga puja. This Bengali community celebrates other Hindu festivals like Kali puja, Laxmi puja, etc. Milton Keynes Ananda Club arranges for authentic home-cooked food during the festival’s four days.

• Location: Woughton Leisure Centre Rainbow Drive Leadenhall Milton Keynes MK6 5EJ.

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10. Bristol Durga Puja in the United Kingdom

Bristol Hindu Temple has organised the Durga puja at Bristo since 2017. The event organised by them is non-profitable. They also arrange for packing and sending Prasads to the homes of the devotees.

Bristol Hindu Temple will celebrate its 4th Durga puja this year. They celebrate the festival according to the rituals and hold a traditional prayer at the Bristol Hindu temple. Here, Durga puja is celebrated in coordination with Navratri.

The temple organises a shared kitchen that serves a fusion of Bengali and Gujarati foods. In Bristol, the Durga puja is a time of reunion and rejuvenation. Bristol Temple celebrates Durga puja according to tradition and culture and with immense joy.

• Location: Gandhi Hall, Bristol Hindu Temple, 163 Church Rd, Bristol BS5 9LA, UK.

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11. Ramakrishna Vedanta Centre, United Kingdom

Ramakrishna Vedanta Centre was started in 1948, and Ramakrishna Vedanta has Swami Sarvasthananda as its minister-in-charge. The centre is 45 km from Central London, a centre of Ramakrishna Math housed in a large building.

Ramakrishna Vedanta publishes a bi-monthly journal, “Vedanta”, and maintains a book showroom. Ramakrishna Centre distributed 265,859 pounds for charitable works.

Vedanta Centre organises day retreats, personal retreats, interviews and discourses. Lectures are given in the centre and the entire UK.

They have centres in India, Bangladesh, Netherlands and Brazil. The Ramakrishna Centre celebrates the birthdays of Sri Ramakrishna, Sri Sarada Devi, Swami Vivekananda and other religious teachers. Festivals like Durga Puja and Christmas are also celebrated.

• Location: Vedanta House, Blind Ln, Wooburn Green, Bourne End SL8 5LF, United Kingdom

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12. Royal Berkshire Bengali Association (RBBA)

In 2009, a group of Indian professionals living in Berkshire and its surroundings joined hands. They formed the Royal Berkshire Bengali Association (RBBA). They aimed to open a forum for celebrating cultural, religious, artistic and social heritage. The association promotes multiculturalism. Berkshire generates awareness of Indian culture among youth.

Berkshire Association helps the homeless. Royal Berkshire saved the lives of children in 120 countries by fighting for their rights. They organised Kankhal Medical Aid to give medical support to the poor. The club celebrates Durga Puja and Dussehra to capture the genuine spirit of Bengali culture. Berkshire welcomes goddess Durga annually to spread a sense of togetherness in the community.

• Location: Stroke Green Cricket Club

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13. London Durga Puja Dusserah Association

London Durga Puja Dusserah Association in Hampstead is one of the oldest committees to organise Durga Puja or Dusserah in London. The committee uses the Belsize Park of Hamstead Town Hall to perform the puja.

They also organise different Bengali socio-religious occasions like Saraswati puja, poetry recitals, and dance festivals. Donations are encouraged for the pujas, and every Asian Community has recognised this famous Durga Puja in the UK.

• Location: Hampstead Town Hall, 213 Haverstock Hill, Belsize Park, London NW3 4QP, UK.

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14. Bengali Cultural Association(UK) / Upton park Durga puja

The Bengali Cultural Association celebrates Durga puja in Uptown in West London. Their goal is to spread positivity, happiness, and harmony through Bengali culture and heritage. The association was established in the mid-seventies in the UK. Upton celebrates all the Bengali religious festivals.

They organise cultural events involving Bengali and Indian traditions and contemporary songs, drama and dances. Upton Durga Puja is a household puja, and their idol of Goddess Durga is beautiful and traditional.

• Location: The Emmbrook School, Wokingham, RG41 1JP

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15. Aadi Shakti Sarbojonin Durgotsav

Aadi Shakti was founded by a few people from the Indian Subcontinent in 2017. Their main aim is to assist other UK charities in social causes and work to uplift the health (mental & physical) of young Indian adults and kids.

The organisation promotes Hinduism, mutual respect, and relationships among various racial groups in the UK and other places. Aadi Shakti helps “OneCan” Trust to eradicate hunger by donating food cans.

They celebrate many Hindu festivals, especially Durga Puja. This year, Aadi Shakti will organise the 6th Durga Puja. The Mayor of Hillingdon was invited to grace the event.

• Location: Cranford Suite, Cranford Community College

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16. Aberdeen Durga Puja

Aberdeen has celebrated Durga Puja since 2005, embracing people from every cultural and religious backdrop. The community works to build social cohesion and aims to create a compassionate and caring environment. It promotes respect for diversity and celebration of Bengal’s spiritual heritage.

Local leaders attend the puja every year. The presence of leaders like Lord Provost from Aberdeen city council and local MSP are examples of cultural cohesion among communities.

• Location: Hilton Community Centre

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17. BAMNE, Liverpool Puja

In 1976, a few Bengalis in Liverpool founded the “Liverpool Puja Committee” (a charitable organisation). It was the first Durga Puja celebrated out of London in North-Western England. Bamne takes pride in celebrating all the functions traditionally after watching this.

They organise many events; performances by famous dancers and singers are arranged regularly. All cultural events, including Durga Puja, are broadcast on the committee’s Facebook and YouTube channels. Details for all the events are available on Bamne Liverpool’s website.

• Location: Silvestrian Suites, Silvestrian Road, Liverpool, L5 8SE

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18. BCAP Durgotsav, Peterborough

Bengali families established the Bengali Cultural Association of Peterborough (BCAP) in Peterborough in 1987. The aim is to promote Bengal’s culture and heritage among future generations. They also wish to nurture harmony via cultural exchange.

BCAP organises many programmes with help from the City Council four to five times a year. Bengali programmes, music and dance performances and classical programmes are famous. Local communities get to witness Bengal’s ethnicity, Bangladeshi and Indian culture.

This organisation has attracted many Bengali communities from other parts of the country. BCAP received “Awards For All” grants in 2007 for its “Esho Bangla Sikhi” Project. Through this project, they generated enormous funds for children’s gain.

• Location: Longthorpe Village Hall, 295 Thorpe Road, PE3 6LU

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19. Belfast Durga Puja and Dusshera Festival

Durga Puja and Dusshera are important festivals celebrated by Indians worldwide. In Belfast, Mudra Academy started the first Durga Puja celebration in 2010. It’s supported by Sai Baba group, Sudarshanam, Tech Mahindra employees, Josh, and BT employees of Belfast.

The celebration is unique in the whole of Northern Ireland. Different forms of Goddess Durga are worshipped, and traditions from India are combined to celebrate Durga Puja and Dusshera. The people of Northern Ireland witness a combination of Bengali and other Indian cultures, an example of uniting various diversities.

• Location: Shaftesbury Community Centre, 97 Balfour Avenue, Belfast, BT7 2EW

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20. Bengali Association Midlands

Bengali Association Midlands was founded in 1970. Their primary aim is to establish a collaboration between Bengalis and non-Bengalis. The association works towards preserving Bengali heritage. They promote Bengal’s values, language, culture, and activities across the United Kingdom, primarily in Midland.

The association celebrates festivals like Saraswati Puja, Kali Puja, Durga Puja and Lakshmi Puja. Activities like Bengali New Year, musicals & drama, day trips & picnics, Independence Day celebrations, musical evenings and Christmas parties are also organised.

Every Wednesday, there is a gathering of the club’s senior members. They spend a fun-filled afternoon playing indoor games, exercising and eating lunch. On Friday, all members meet and enjoy various indoor activities and their evening ends after eating a grand meal contributed by everyone.

• Location: Bengali Association Hall, Heath Street, Winson Green( Entrance:- Cuthbert Road )Birmingham, B18 4EE.

21. Bengali Cultural Society Reading

In 1982, the Bengali Cultural Society Reading was set up by local communities. This charity promotes Bengali heritage, culture, and language and works towards educating people about Indian art, tradition, music, literature and the history of Bengal.

Besides Durga puja, society arranges many other events. Heritage, culture, and art programmes are organised for members and the audience.

• Location: The Emmbrook School Wokingham, RG41 1JP

22. Bristol Puja Committee Sarbojonin Durgotsav

Bristol Puja Committee (BPC) teaches future generations about Hindu values, religion and culture. They promote diversity in religion, tolerance, Hindu gods & goddesses and pluralism. BPC works to foster South Asian and Bengali art and heritage. The associates, trustees, and volunteers work voluntarily without remuneration. 

Events celebrated by BPC are Durga Puja, Mahalakshmi Puja, Holi and Dol Purnima, Saraswati Puja and Rath Yatra. During puja, the committee prepares authentic continental food for participants and devotees. They organise many social events and distribute food to the homeless. They orchestrate presentations and talk about Hinduism. 

23. Cambridge ICS

Passionate volunteers founded the Indian Cultural Society (ICS) in 2002 to assist Indian communities living in Eastern Anglia. They aim to organise various Indian events and festivals all year round. ICS believes in “Vasudaiva Kutumbakam” (the world is a single-family). Society wants to demonstrate the diversity and richness of Indian tradition, art, and culture through their events.

ICS celebrates Holi, Durga Puja, Diwali, Kali Puja, and Saraswati Puja. They also arrange drawing competitions for kids. The society organises events like the Autumn festival, music programmes, dance shows, Christmas, etc.

• Location: Chesterton Community College CB4 3NY

24. Cardiff Puja – Wales Puja Committee

In 1973, they performed the first sarbajanin puja in South Wales. When a few Bengali families arranged Saraswati Puja in a doctor’s home, three families organised Durga Puja in Dr. Sen’s bedroom later that year. They used a Chal Chitra (Durga painted on a canvas) from Kolkata for the puja.

In 1974, ten Bengali families organised the first Sarbajanin Durga Puja at Cardiff. Wales puja committee was set up in 1982. Mr. Ghatak made an idol of Durga from clay, and they worshipped this idol until 1990. Initially, the members bought homemade food. As their number increased (50 to 100 families), the committee started cooking on the spot.

They imported the idol of Goddess Durga from Kolkata (Kumartuli) in 1990. Wales Puja Committee performed the UK’s first visarjan, and Mr. Ghatak’s idol was immersed in the Bristol channel in 1992. Then, the committee started the “Making of Durga” project. Two sculptors from Bengal arrived at Cardiff and made a massive idol for Durga Puja from clay, hay and other organic materials.

In 2009, they started a “Making of Goddess Durga from Paper Mache” project. Two well-known artists from Kolkata, Purnendu and Dibyendu Dey, constructed a new idol, and the puja committee donated the old one to the National History Museum of Wales.

The puja is famous for its homeliness. Wales Committee serves morning and evening meals to more than 200 devotees during various pujas.

• Location: Temple of Peace, King Edward the Vll Avenue, Cardiff, CF10 3AP

25. Chelmsford Durga Pujo by Sankalpo

Sankalpo is a community organisation in Essex set up to promote cultural values in South Asian families of Essex. The organisation celebrates Indian art, education, and heritage via traditional dance, music, and drama. Their goal is to nurture friendship by strengthening communities.

They celebrate Durga puja with dhak and conch at a Community Hall every year. But in 2020, Sankalpo organised Durga Puja in the garage of its one member. From then, the puja committee telecasted the event on their Facebook page.

• Location: Writtle Christian Centre, Church Lane, Writtle, Chelmsford, CM1 3EN

26. Chelmsford Hindu Society Temple

Chelmsford Hindu Society was set up in 2016. They follow the Sanatan Dharma. Their primary aim is to foster Hindu religion, tradition, values, and knowledge among modern people. 

Hindu Society wants to establish a temple and community centre for Hindu residents. They organise many traditional programmes, pujas, cultural programmes, events and rituals. 

They organised their first Durga Puja in 2018. Festivals like Ankoot, Saraswati Puja, Satyanarayan Katha, Shivratri, Kali Puja, Ganesh Chaturthi, Onam, Holi, Ugadi, Ram Navami, Janmashtami, Durga Puja, Vishwakarma Puja are celebrated.

• Location: Central Park, Chelmsford, Essex

27. Edinburgh Durgotsav by SABASH

Scottish Association of Bengali Arts and Sanskritik Heritage (SABASH) was founded in 2014. The founders sat in their office canteen and reminisced about Kolkata’s Durga Puja. They organised their first puja in Edinburg. 

It aims to educate the people of Scotland about Bengali heritage, culture and arts. So they started celebrating famous East Indian festivals and organised Bengali drama, dance, musical programmes, etc. The association collaborates with various communities to promote Indian values and culture. SABASH also teaches Bengali music and dance to local communities in Edinburg. 

• Location: Cramond Kirk Hall, 16, Cramond Glebe Road, Cramond, Edinburgh, EH4 6NS

28. Essex Indians Durga Puja

Essex Indians is a charitable organisation. It has members from 14 different Indian states. Thus, the charity reflects cultural diversity, food, concerts and emotions. They promote communal harmony via various cultural and social interactions. Huge funds collected through pujas and events are donated to multiple organisations.

Last year, during Durga Puja, the place was changed to Kolkata for three days. The venue depicted pictures of New Market, Dakhineshwar, Howrah Bridge, and other landmarks of Kolkata.

They also showcased portraits of Kamakshya Temple, Red Fort, Meenakshi Temple and Marine Drive. They invited deputy mayor Cllr Linda Mascot (Chelmsford) and her consort as chief guests.

• Location: Gidea Park & Romford Cricket Club, Romford, UK

29. Hampshire Puja and Cultural Association

Hampshire Puja and Cultural Association (HPCA) is a registered charitable organisation celebrating Durga Puja since 2008. The association tries to maintain communal unity via multi-communal cultural events. HPCA has Hampshire, Surrey, Wiltshire, Dorset, Berkshire, and Somerset members.

A theme-based Durga Puja is organised every year. Admission to Puja activities is open to all, irrespective of religious and cultural beliefs. HPCA organises several Indo-British cultural events, like Eastleigh Mela, Fort Perbrook’s iconic open day festival, Southampton Mela, etc.

Many leading media platforms like Telegraph, BBC, Dailyecho and others have covered the association’s activities.

• Location: Hiltingbury Community Centre, Chandlers Ford

30. Leeds Durgapuja and Diwali Association

In 1982, a few families living in Leeds organised their first Durga Puja in a Hindu temple. The association is a joyful alliance promoting Bengali-Hindu traditions and culture.

They celebrate festivals like Saraswati Puja, Kali Puja, Durga Puja, and Lakshmi Puja. Events like musical programmes, community picnics and performing arts are also organised. As of 2021, over 100 members and volunteers have associated themselves with the association.

• Location: Leeds Hindu Temple, Leeds LS6 1RF, United Kingdom

31. Leicester Probashi Durga Pujo

Leicester Probashi was set up in 1992 and celebrated its first Durga Puja in 1996. This puja gives a homely vibe, and the club bends modern hilarity and traditional tenderness into its celebrations. During Durga Puja, cultural programmes are organised in the evening, and members prepare and serve dinner (prasad) to all devotees. They believe in “Atithi Debo Bhaba”.

Last year, Leicester Probashi celebrated “Barir Pujo” in Nottingham, United Kingdom. They live telecasted the puja and other cultural programmes.

• Location: Geeta Bhavan, 70 Clarendon Park Road, Leicester, LE2 3AD, UK

32. Luton Durga Puja

The Hindu Bengali Cultural Association (HBCA), founded in 1996, organises Durga Puja at Luton. They celebrate a sarbojanin (open to all) Durga Puja. Devotees are offered food and prasad for five days during the festivities. 

Festivals like Saraswati Puja and other cultural events & programmes like Indradhanush Kids are also organised.

• Location: Dallow Road Community Centre

33. Manchester GMBHCA

Greater Manchester Bengali Hindu Cultural Association (GMBHCA) has organised pujas and events since 1993. Their primary aim is the promotion of Indian culture, especially among youngsters. The association provides dance and music (instrumental & vocational) lessons.

GMBHCA works with voluntary organisations, community groups, and local authorities toward a common aim. To help in education advancement, establish community centres, maintain cooperation and improve people’s standard of living. They celebrate festivals like Lakshmi Puja, Durga Puja, Saraswati Puja, Kali Puja, Bijaya Sammelani and Bangla Nababarsho (Bengali New Year).

• Location: Gandhi Hall, Brunswick Road, Withington, Manchester M20 4QB

34. Midland Indian Association Durga Puja

Midland Indian Association (MIA), a Bengali-Hindu charity, was set up in 1968. It’s the oldest Durga Puja celebration in the Midlands. MIA promotes Bengali and Hindu culture via charitable and social programmes. In 2018, the association celebrated its golden jubilee. They have a vast venue with parking for up to 60 cars. 

MIA organises pujas like Saraswati Puja, Kali Puja, Durga Puja, Ganesh Puja, and Lakshmi Puja. Several events, like the Bengali New Year celebration, Senior Citizen Lunch, Annual Dinner, and Social Evenings, are also planned. 

• Location: 57-59, Lower Forster Street, Walsall, WS1 1XB

35. Nabarun Hindu Bengali Cultural Association​

Nabarun Hindu Bengali Cultural Association was founded in 1976. They organise Puja based on the theme “Amader Pujo”. Devotees look at the ambience and get a homely vibe. Every year, Durga Puja is performed at Lakshmi Narayan Temple. 

During puja festivities, devotees are offered bhog (prasad) twice daily. Pushpanjali (for Saptami, Ashtami, Navami and Dashami) is arranged in the morning. Cultural programmes like open mic and dance are organised on Ashtami evenings. 

• Location: Kings Heath Community Centre, 8 Heathfield Road, Kings Heath, Birmingham B14 7DB

36. Newcastle NEEBPA

North East of England Bengali Puja Association (NEEBPA) is a charitable organisation founded in 1999 by three North-Eastern England families. NEEBPA is the only Durga Puja celebration in a hundred-mile vicinity of Newcastle-upon-Tyne. At first, Goddess Durga was worshipped using a portrait and ‘Ghot’ (sacred water vessel). In 2003, they collected funds to import idols of Goddess Durga and Kali from Kolkata.

NEEBPA aims to celebrate Kali Puja and Durga Puja authentically. They promote Hindu and Bengali culture, heritage and traditions among future generations. The charity fosters communal unity and diversity through cultural programmes and festivals.

• Location: Ground Floor Hall of the Hindu Temple, 172 West Road, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, NE4 9QB

37. Nirmal Mukherjee Puja, Wembley

Nirmal Mukherjee puja is a family-run celebration in Wembley among Britain’s 20 odd pujas. They conduct Durga and Kali Puja in a small community hall in the North-Western London Suburb. Over 400 devotees become a part of the celebration daily because of the homely atmosphere and free bhog (meal).

Nirmal Mukherjee and his two sons perform puja rituals. He offers pushpanjali to Goddess Durga and translates mantras into English for children who attend the celebration. Joshiji (a retired chef from UP) cooks the perfect Bengali bhog for devotees. Chutney, luchi, khichuri, aalu dum, and labra are cooked.

• Location: MYCA Hall, 20A Rosemead Avenue, Wembley HA9 7EE (private puja)

38. North London Prabhati Sangha (NLPS)

North London Prabhati Sangha (NLPS) was founded in 1991. It’s a secular, cultural and non-profit organisation in North London. The charity aims to foster Bengali & Indian heritage and culture.

They work towards social welfare and enhancing life quality for community members. NLPS teaches people about festivals celebrated in the Indian subcontinent, yoga and regional Indian languages. 

Festivals like Durga Puja, Holi, Kali Puja, Saraswati Puja, Janmashtami, Sankranti and Boishaki are observed. NLPS organises annual sports, seaside outings, musical performances, dance programmes and Christmas celebrations.

• Location: Chestnuts Community Centre, 280 St Ann’s Road, London N15 5BN

39. Nottingham Sai Dham Durga Puja

Nottingham Sai Dham is the first meditation centre in the UK. It’s devoted to Bhagwan Shirdi Sai Baba, founded in 1993 by Shri Saidas Baba (saint and devotee). There is a vast marble idol of Shirdi Sai Baba in the centre. Along with idols of Goddess Durga, God Hanuman, God Ganesh, Venkateshwara Balaji, Shiva Linga and Nandi.

Sai Dham organised Nottingham’s first Durga Puja. They aim to promote a healthy lifestyle in youth and senior citizens via meditation and yoga. Every Saturday, the centre donates food to the homeless and needy from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. 

• Location: Sai Dham Nottingham

40. Proyas Durga Puja in Bedfordshire

Proyas was founded in 2016 by a few Bengali families. It was their dream, and they desired to celebrate Bedfordshire’s first Durga Puja. The idol of Goddess Durga at Proyas is the smallest in the UK. Their primary aim is to pass on Bengali culture and heritage to the next generation. 

The charity arranges free drawing competitions for kids. They provide free lunch and dinner to devotees. Events like “Together at Christmas” raise funds for Kolkata’s underprivileged children. 

• Location: Chipperfield Village Hall, The Common, Kings Langley, WD4 9BS

41. Sanaton Association London

The Sanaton Assotian of London has been serving the well-being of the Hindu community in Greater London for nearly four decades. The sole purpose of this Community is to uphold Hindu cultural values and use them to upgrade the open culture of London.

Depending solely on donations, this association organises religious and cultural festivals yearly. They also provide advice on social matters, education, and other matters. The Durga Puja of this association is one of the best in the United Kindom.

• Location: Mayfair Venue, 1078-1082 High Road, Romford, RM6 4BD

42. Sanskriti Bedford

Sanskriti is a charitable organisation operating in Bedford, Cardiff, Nottingham, etc., that promotes Indian history, music, art, medicine, culture and heritage. They organise workshops, cultural exchanges, seminars, quizzes, Ayurveda, yoga conferences, etc.

The charity provides formal, vocational and non-formal education for all, irrespective of age or ability. For this purpose, many schools, institutions and centres are established in India, the UK and other countries. Sanskriti helps various agencies and organisations in fostering communal unity.

Sanskriti develops material (video and audio) and publishes literature for interested people. They provide offline and online Hindi learning through websites, magazines and other media. They celebrate many Hindu festivals like Durga Puja.

• Location: Great Barford Village Hall, 6 Fishers Close, Great Barford, Bedford, MK44 3JL

43. Sarbojanin Baba Lokenath Association

People established the Sarbojanin Baba Lokenath Association (SBLA) in the UK. Baba Lokenath’s contribution drove them to society, and they believed that his philosophies would reduce communal vulnerability & promote harmony.

SBLA is engaged in religious-social activities within and beyond the local community. It looks after the spiritual and religious needs of the UK’s Hindu and Bengali communities. 

SBLA aims to set up Sarbojanin Baba Lokenath Centre to promote and manage charitable activities. The association works to provide Newham’s residents with educational & welfare opportunities and better living conditions. 

The association organises several monthly activities like Durga Puja, Satya Narayan Puja, Baba Lokenath Prayers, Ram Tagore & Baba Lokenath Abirbab, Harinam Kirtan, and Trirodan Utshab.

• Location: Southend Hall, Southend Road, East Ham, E6 2AA

44. Sree Durga Mandir Trust Manchester

Sree Durga Mandir Trust Manchester is a non-profit and charitable organisation. It has been celebrating Durga Puja since 2013. The trust wishes to set up a community centre with Temple. To foster development among residents of Greater Manchester. 

The trust spreads harmony and unity through Hindu religious festivals. Saraswati Puja, Ganesh Puja, Kali Puja, Durga Puja, and Bipattarini Puja are celebrated yearly. Cultural activities like Bengali New Year, Kirtan and Satya Narayan Katha are also organised.

• Location: Jain Community Centre, 667-669 Stockport Road, Longsight, Manchester, M12 4QE

45. UKHCA Sharodiya Durga Puja

The United Kingdom Hindu Cultural Association (UKHCA) is a non-profit organisation that aims at educating and promoting Hindu values & culture among various communities.

UKHCA celebrates key Hindu Festivals like Durga Puja, Saraswati Puja and Kali Puja. The association is known for transforming Kent and South-Eastern London into Kolkata through their homely and quintessential Durga Puja Celebrations.

• Location: Swanley Town Hall, Alexandra Suite, St Mary’s Road, Swanley BR8 7BU

46. Prabashi Durga Puja in Hounslow, London

Prabashi Durga Puja is a charity organisation held in Ashiana Banqueting Hall at Bell Road. More than 7000 0f devotees gather here every year. The puja is followed by music and dance programs, and free food is distributed among the people. People take part in the prayer session from all over London. 

• Location: Honeymoon Banqueting Hall (Previously known as Ashiana), 50-52 Bell Road, Hounslow, TW3 3PB

47. London Sharad Utsav – Bengal Heritage Foundation ( BHF )

This registered charity organisation in London celebrates Durga puja for four days. The festival is held at Ealing Town Hall, followed by socio-cultural programs. More than 4,000 visitors come here to worship, and ‘Bhog’ is distributed among people free of cost. London Sharad Utsav has been organising Durga Puja for the last ten years. 

• Location: Ealing Town Hall

48. South London Durga Puja UK

South London Durga Puja is among the famous Durga Pujas in London. It’s been running for over 40 years now. This non-profit organisation arrange puja with every tradition and ritual. ‘Arati’, ‘Anjali’, ‘Sandhi puja ‘, ‘Bhog distribution’ – everything is done efficiently. Several cultural programs are held in the evening. 

• Location: Chak89, 105 Bond Road, Mitcham, CR4 3HG

49. Aantarik, Bengali Association, Bromley

Aantarik is a Bengali association in London founded in 2015. They aim to maintain the Bengali traditions and culture and believe in diversity. Every year, at least three events are organised, and this pattern can be changed if needed.

• Location: Chelsfield Village Hall, Orpington, BR6 7RL

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About Durga Puja in the UK

Durga Puja is the most important festival for UK-based Bengalis, in the West Bengal state of India, where it mainly originated. The festival celebrates the destruction of the monster Mahisasura by Goddess Durga.

1. The five-day festival begins with Mahalaya.
2. On Maha Saptami, devotees offer prayers and perform rituals before the image of Goddess Durga.
3. On Maha Ashtami, more prayers and rituals are performed.
4. On Navami, worshippers offer final prayers to the goddess and celebrate her victory over evil.
5. Vijayadashmi marks the end of festivities and is considered an auspicious day for beginning new endeavours.