Main Deity : Murugan with Valli and Devyanai
The main shrine belongs to Lord Muruga with Lord Vinayaka and his right and Lord Shiva on his left.
History
It started as a small temple back in 1975. In August 2006 the new temple was open with its Kumbavishekam.
Legend
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Architecture
Temple architecture is based on South Indian (specifically Tamil Nadu ) Dravidian style. Entrance greeted with a beautiful 52 foot gopuram ( pyramidal style ). Indian architect Sri Muthiah Sthapathi and chief priest, Sri Naganathsivam Kurukkal designed the temple in accordance with Hindu Temple principles. British architect Terry Freeman was pulled in to work on the construction with a team of Indian experts to build this traditional Indian building in accordance to British planning law.
Temple opening hours
Opens everyday from 9am to 1pm and 6pm to 9pm.
Events and must do
Chariot Festival ~ Aug
Best Time to Visit
Anytime
Do's and Don'ts
1. Photo taking inside allowed with permission.
Location Info
Address : 78-90 Church Rd, London E12 6AF, United Kingdom
Contact Number : +442084788433
GPS Coordinates : 51°32'52.5"N 0°03'24.2"E
How to reach
1. Take a train to Woodgrange Park via Overground. Walk towards Church Rd. Temple is located opposite of the Little Ilford School.
Google Map
Photos from our trip : 1st June 2017
When we visited, the temple was under some basic renovation preparing for the chariot festival.
Sources
1. https://www.londonsrimurugan.org/
*Note: All the information here is a compilation of online research and verbal communication with locals at sites. Not to be assumed as the final and conclusive information. If there are any discrepancies, please comment kindly.
