Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Brighton is a Hindu temple located in the Portslade area of Brighton and Hove, on the south-east coast of England. It is part of the Swaminarayan Sampraday, specifically under the International Swaminarayan Satsang Organization (ISSO) wing.
The temple was officially inaugurated on 19 September 1999, becoming the 10th Swaminarayan temple in the UK. The temple's Murti Pratishta was conducted by Acharya Maharajshree Tejendraprasad Pande, the spiritual leader of the NarNarayan Dev Gadi of the Swaminarayan sect. The consecration ceremony featured the chanting of Vedic hymns, creating a sacred atmosphere.
Dignitaries present at the inauguration included the Member of Parliament, the Mayor of Brighton, and the Indian High Commissioner to the UK, reflecting the temple's local and international significance.
Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Brighton serves as a spiritual and cultural hub for the Hindu community in the region. It provides a place for daily worship, spiritual discourses, and the celebration of major Hindu festivals such as Diwali, Janmashtami, and Swaminarayan Jayanti.
The temple also conducts youth and children’s activities, religious education, and promotes moral values and community service based on the teachings of Bhagwan Swaminarayan.
In addition to its religious role, the temple fosters cultural understanding and interfaith dialogue, welcoming visitors and school groups interested in learning about Hindu beliefs and practices. The temple continues to be a vibrant part of Brighton’s multicultural society.
Address: Trafalgar Rd, Brighton and Hove, Brighton BN41 1GU, United Kingdom
Phone: +44 1273 420 200
