Stanmore Temple

Constant development is a core belief amongst the fellowship at Shree Swaminarayan Temple Stanmore. Based on a 17-acre site we are in an incredible place of natural beauty to develop the area for the young and the senior citizens alike. The term continuous development is nothing new to our Satsang as Shreeji Maharaj Himself consistently developed the congregation through a variety of activities such as Sadavrats and holding festivals on a large scale. The Nand Santos who were a real inspiration worked night and day to ensure that the true form of Bhagwan is realised by many across the different parts of India. Maharaj, Himself supported this very cause through discourses in the form of questions and answers to ensure that even a layman can understand the meaning of the Vedas and other scriptures. This very principle of education and guiding people onto the pathway of spirituality exists today. From the birthplace of the Temple in Edgware to the 17-acre site in Stanmore truly marked a significant change in the way we perform devotion to the Lord. This allowed the male and females to perform their own Bhakti and do their own Seva of the Lord which is as prescribed by Lord Swaminarayan. Understanding the need that time is of the essence for most and to encourage consumption of freshly made Indian sweets and savouries. Stanmore Temple provides a pure vegetarian sanctified food service for devotees. This follows on from the belief that Lord Swaminarayan instilled in making pure foods with a mind focused on the Lord. To evolve with the times and keep the grassroots belief is at the core of what we do. This allows the younger generation to come forward and truly embrace Sanathan Dharma (Hinduism) for what it is.