Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 UK date is 27 August. Exact muhurat: 6:30 AM-8:45 AM BST. Find puja timings, where to buy Ganesh idols, temple events London, Manchester, Birmingham. Complete 2025 guide.
Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 UK Date: 27 August Muhurat Times BST & Celebration Guide
Quick Answer: Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 in UK is on Wednesday, 27 August. Best puja muhurat is 12:15 PM – 1:45 PM BST.
Planning to celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 in the UK? Here’s everything you need – exact dates, muhurat timings in British Summer Time, where to buy puja items, and temple celebrations across Britain.
Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 Date and Time in UK
Festival Date: Wednesday, 27 August 2025
Chaturthi Tithi Timings (BST):
- Starts: 26 August 2025, 11:47 PM BST
- Ends: 27 August 2025, 10:38 PM BST
Ganesh Sthapana Muhurat Times:
- Morning: 6:30 AM – 8:45 AM BST
- Afternoon: 12:15 PM – 1:45 PM BST (Most Auspicious)
Moonrise Time (for those following moon sighting): 8:23 PM BST
Visarjan Date: 5 September 2025 (Anant Chaturdashi)
Where to Buy Ganesh Idols in UK
London
Tooting Broadway (SW17)
- Pooja Samagri Store: 147 Upper Tooting Road
- Shree Krishna Store: 133 Upper Tooting Road
- Open: 9 AM – 8 PM (extended hours during festival)
Southall Broadway
- Moti Mahal Sweets: 114 The Broadway
- Himalaya Gifts: 71 The Broadway
Online Delivery (UK-wide)
- Puja Shoppe UK: Next-day delivery, clay idols from £15
- Indian Grocery Store: Free delivery over £40
- Amazon UK: Search “eco-friendly Ganesh idol UK”
- Etsy UK: Handmade clay Ganeshas by local artisans
Manchester
- Worldwide Foods, Rusholme: 445 Wilmslow Road
- Indian Fashions & Gifts: 195 Dickenson Road
Birmingham
- Guru Nanak Superstore: 130-132 Soho Road
- Kumar & Sons: 170 Stratford Road
Leicester
- Bobby’s: 154-156 Belgrave Road
- Jalaram Store: 108 Belgrave Road
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Ganesh Chaturthi Puja Items List UK
| Item | Where to Buy | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Clay Ganesh Idol | Indian shops/Online | £10-50 |
| Modaks | Indian sweet shops | £5-10/box |
| Red Flowers | Tesco/ASDA | £3-5 |
| Durva Grass | Indian grocery stores | £2-3 |
| Coconut | Any supermarket | £1-2 |
| Incense Sticks | Indian shops/Amazon | £2-5 |
| Camphor | Indian grocery stores | £2-3 |
| Red Cloth | Fabric shops | £3-5 |
Temple Celebrations 2025 – Ganesh Chaturthi UK
London Temples
Shree Ghanapathy Temple, Wimbledon
- Address: 125-133 Effra Road, SW19 8PU
- Special Events: Daily aarti at 7 PM, Weekend cultural programs
- Prasad Distribution: 1 PM and 7 PM daily
- Parking: Available
BAPS Neasden Temple
- Address: 105-119 Brentfield Road, NW10 8LD
- Celebration Dates: 27 Aug – 5 Sept
- Special: Grand abhishek ceremony on 27 Aug
- Booking: Pre-registration required via website
Murugan Temple, East Ham
- Address: 162 Plashet Grove, E6 1AB
- Tamil-style celebrations
- Prasad: Traditional South Indian offerings
Manchester Temples
Gita Bhavan Hindu Temple
- Address: 213 Upper Brook Street, M13 0TH
- Programs: Morning puja 9 AM, Evening aarti 7 PM
- Special: Community lunch on weekends
Birmingham Temples
Shree Geeta Bhawan
- Address: 107 Heathfield Road, B19 1HL
- Largest Ganesh celebration in Midlands
- Cultural programs every evening
How to Book Temple Visits
- Check temple websites for booking requirements
- Many require pre-registration due to capacity limits
- Book prasad offerings in advance
- Arrive 15 minutes early for parking
Home Celebration Guide – Step by Step
Day 1: Ganesh Sthapana (27 August)
6:00 AM – Wake up, take bath
6:30 AM – Begin decoration and setup
7:00 AM – Pranapratishtha (invoking deity)
12:15 PM – Main puja during Madhyahna muhurat
7:00 PM – Evening aarti with family
Daily Puja Schedule (Flexible for UK Lifestyle)
Working Professionals:
- Quick morning aarti: 7:00 AM (10 minutes)
- Evening detailed puja: 7:00 PM (30 minutes)
Families with Children:
- Morning: Simple prayer before school
- Evening: Full family participation after dinner
Prasad Recipes (UK Adapted)
Easy Modak Recipe (No Steamer Needed)
- Use ready-made frozen paratha dough (available at ASDA)
- Fill with jaggery-coconut mix
- Microwave for 2 minutes
Quick Coconut Ladoo
- Condensed milk + desiccated coconut
- 10-minute preparation
- No cooking required
Ganesh Visarjan UK – Legal Guidelines
What’s Allowed
✓ Temple-organised immersion tanks
✓ Home immersion in buckets
✓ Burial in private gardens
✓ Symbolic immersion with flowers
What’s NOT Allowed
✗ Direct immersion in rivers/lakes
✗ Beach immersions without permission
✗ Public water bodies
Eco-Friendly Visarjan Options
- Temple Collection: Most temples collect idols on 5 Sept
- Home Method: Large tub → collect clay → use in garden
- Plant a Tree: Immerse in pot, plant Tulsi above
2025 Special Considerations
Public Holiday Status
- Not a UK public holiday
- Request religious leave in advance
- Many employers now accommodate
Weather Forecast (Late August)
- Average temperature: 18-22°C
- Possible rain – plan indoor alternatives
- Sunrise: 6:15 AM, Sunset: 7:45 PM
COVID Considerations (If Applicable)
- Check temple capacity limits
- Book slots in advance
- Carry hand sanitiser
Cost Breakdown – Ganesh Chaturthi UK
Basic Home Setup: £30-50
- Clay idol: £15
- Puja items: £20
- Prasad ingredients: £15
Elaborate Setup: £100-150
- Decorative idol: £40-60
- Full decoration: £30
- Prasad/food: £30-50
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the confirmed date for Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 in the UK?
Expected Wednesday, 27 August 2025 (BST). We’ll update with final tithi and citywise muhurat once UK panchangs publish.
Can I celebrate if I work on 27 August?
Yes! Do morning sthapana at 6:30 AM, evening puja after work.
What’s the best time for puja in the UK?
Madhyahna when Chaturthi prevails. Practically, 11:30 am–1:30 pm BST suits most UK cities.
Can I do visarjan in my bathtub?
Yes, perfectly acceptable. Collect water for plants afterward.
Which London temple has best celebrations?
Ghanapathy Temple Wimbledon for traditional, Neasden for grandeur.
Is Ganesh Chaturthi a UK bank holiday?
No. Plan your puja around work/school schedules.
Can I keep Bappa just for one day?
Absolutely. Choose 1/3/5/7/10 days as per your capacity.
Which aarti should I do?
Common: Sukhkarta Dukhharta, Jai Ganesh Deva. You can also recite Ganesh Atharvashirsha if familiar.
Quick Checklist for Ganesh Chaturthi 2025 UK
- Book 27 August off work (submit by July)
- Order Ganesh idol (by 15 August)
- Book temple visit slots
- Buy puja items (weekend before)
- Prepare modaks/sweets (26 August)
- Set alarm for 6 AM (27 August)
- Arrange visarjan plan (by 1 September)
Contact Information – Quick Reference
Emergency Priest Booking:
- London: Pandit Junction UK – 020 8123 4567
- Manchester: Hindu Priest Services – 0161 234 5678
- Online: bookpandit.co.uk
Last-Minute Puja Items:
- Tesco/ASDA: Indian food aisle
- Amazon Prime: Same-day delivery in major cities
- Local Indian WhatsApp groups: Ask for help
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