Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara, Gravesend
Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara
Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara
4.5
4:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Monday
4:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Tuesday
4:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Wednesday
4:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Thursday
4:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Friday
4:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Saturday
4:00 AM - 8:30 PM
Sunday
4:00 AM - 8:30 PM
About
One of the biggest Gurdwaras in Europe hosting fantastic facilities for Sikhs and the wider community, including three Meditation Halls, two Langar Halls, fully equipped Lecture Theatre seating 140 people, ICT suite, Library, Meeting Room, etc. Nursery provision to be developed. The compex also includes Sports fields and Sports Hall (home of Guru Nanak Football Club, Kabaddi, Karate, Basketball, etc), Guru Nanak Day Centre for the Elderly, and Punjabi School at weekends.
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Kadir
Tonbridge, UK6 contributions
Sep 2021
I have been to this place today , I was very curious about inside of the temple. So I couldnt stop myself and asked for permission to see inside and take some photos for myself. They were very kind and showed me the place and offered very nice food.
I was a little bit unease as there were many people (there was a wedding) as I am worried to disturb them. But nobody made me feel uncomfortable, definitely I will visit it again. I would love to learn more about their lives, religion. I work alongside of many different people but my knowledge about their culture, religions etc. is almost none. It will be great to know more. I am adding a few photos to reflect the magnificnce of the building. But what makes this temple great is not its structure but the people inside of it.
I was a little bit unease as there were many people (there was a wedding) as I am worried to disturb them. But nobody made me feel uncomfortable, definitely I will visit it again. I would love to learn more about their lives, religion. I work alongside of many different people but my knowledge about their culture, religions etc. is almost none. It will be great to know more. I am adding a few photos to reflect the magnificnce of the building. But what makes this temple great is not its structure but the people inside of it.
Written 10 September 2021
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Pete S
Taunton, UK48 contributions
Jul 2020
I have visited the Gurdwara many many times over the years. I watched it being built and on occasions helped out. I still go there when in the area and am always welcomed and offered a meal. Its a very beautiful building and I although a white english non sikh am always accepted. Its a place where you feel welcom and I sincerely reccommend you visit it as its a very cultural building of such interest.
Written 30 October 2020
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Vacation698336
6 contributions
Oct 2020
Just a totally wonderful experience. Made to feel welcome the moment we entered.
Sat in on the 'service' in the peace of it all. Everyone there had a smile for us and I was surprised at the relaxed feel in the prayer room. We were then invited to have food and sat on the floor to enjoy the hospitality given.
Sat in on the 'service' in the peace of it all. Everyone there had a smile for us and I was surprised at the relaxed feel in the prayer room. We were then invited to have food and sat on the floor to enjoy the hospitality given.
Written 27 October 2020
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Martin S
Sherborne, UK46 contributions
Oct 2020 • Solo
I visited the Gurdwara mainly to look at the architecture. But I was pleasantly surprised when a very friendly chap asked me if I wanted a guided tour. He introduced me to
Ajaib Singh Cheema – President and ‘Mukh Sewadar. Who was the most friendly and educated person. He was joined by a lovely lady whose name I sadly forget.
They educated me in the history of the Sikh religion in some detail. All of which I could understand and absorb. Then I had a guided tour of the beautiful building. I was then shown to the Langar where I ate some lovely vegetarian food. Now I’m not religious ,but the sense of calm and friendliness along with the values that the Sikh community live by, made me feel honoured to have been there. Beautiful experience
Ajaib Singh Cheema – President and ‘Mukh Sewadar. Who was the most friendly and educated person. He was joined by a lovely lady whose name I sadly forget.
They educated me in the history of the Sikh religion in some detail. All of which I could understand and absorb. Then I had a guided tour of the beautiful building. I was then shown to the Langar where I ate some lovely vegetarian food. Now I’m not religious ,but the sense of calm and friendliness along with the values that the Sikh community live by, made me feel honoured to have been there. Beautiful experience
Written 18 October 2020
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d k
West Bromwich, UK20 contributions
Oct 2020
Nice building, very grand, lovely inside foyer, huge building, free parking. Ok thats all good, huge Bhindrawalla picture in food hall, not one of our sikh guru's, Now lets get to the important part:- went to a wedding there recently, toilets were flooded, maintenance workers there on wedding day, ground floor stunk of toilets and drainage! Spirituallity was absent, covid 19 had taken over, most speeches were covid related at anand karaj ceromony.......great emphasis on how temple have 50 plus weddings to do by december 2020 and need to remain open. Wedding party treated like small children and continually being told what to do!! whilst one baba ji serving prashad wore no gloves!! contadictory to say the least (im talking from a hygiene perspective)!! I wouldnt have paid for this type of wedding day.
Written 12 October 2020
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sam w
2 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
Visited today with my Nan, and was greeted with incredible warmth and openness from the people there. We were shown around the temple and told about all the philanthropic work they were doing providing meals for those affected by covid, and then encouraged to have some food in the food hall. A credit to the Sikh community, so welcoming and friendly.
Written 4 August 2020
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Kami
18 contributions
Aug 2020 • Friends
Beautiful tample! Definitely worth a visit!
I went on a short day trip to Gravesend and I came accros some lovely pictures of the tample. I have read some reviews from other travellers and I decided to go in the morning when it is less busy. It is quite big and stunning from inside and outside too. It is a short walk from the train station. Unfortunately I didn't have a chance to be guided from a volunteer or someone who is informed about it's history. You will have to take your shoes off when you get inside. Left side are women raks, on the right are for men. Your hair should be covered as well. I have read about that earlier and took a scarf with me.
I went on a short day trip to Gravesend and I came accros some lovely pictures of the tample. I have read some reviews from other travellers and I decided to go in the morning when it is less busy. It is quite big and stunning from inside and outside too. It is a short walk from the train station. Unfortunately I didn't have a chance to be guided from a volunteer or someone who is informed about it's history. You will have to take your shoes off when you get inside. Left side are women raks, on the right are for men. Your hair should be covered as well. I have read about that earlier and took a scarf with me.
Written 1 August 2020
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Diana V
Romania20 contributions
Jun 2020 • Couples
The Gurdwara complex is one of the largest outside India.
The complex has 3 prayer rooms and 2 langar halls.
On the day of my visit the temple was closed, however I was amazed by the outdoor arhitecture. Beautiful place, I can’t wait to come back to visit the inside rooms.
The complex has 3 prayer rooms and 2 langar halls.
On the day of my visit the temple was closed, however I was amazed by the outdoor arhitecture. Beautiful place, I can’t wait to come back to visit the inside rooms.
Written 10 June 2020
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Kaylie T
Grangemouth, UK9 contributions
Feb 2020 • Friends
I was meeting my friend outside of Guru Nanak Darbar as I'd never been to Gravesend and it was an obvious landmark to find. Before we'd even met up, I was welcomed and invited into the Gurdwara by 3 seperate people with smiling faces and reassurance that I was dressed appropriately. Inside did not disappoint, it was beautiful and wonderful to look at. Everyone in side was welcoming and happy to advise us on what to do and how to cover our hair.
Written 8 February 2020
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Arti
Canterbury, UK6 contributions
Oct 2019 • Friends
A great place to relax & reflect.Its great to go first thing in the morning, you feel like you can start the day with a positive vibe. Everyone is friendly and you feel at peace with surroundings
Written 1 December 2019
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Mac A
Harrietsham, UK59 contributions
I have long wanted to visit the gurdwara to pay my respects and to learn more. My Sikh friends say "Just go!"
When is the best time/day to come with my lady companion? We are both in our 70s and she is wheelchair bound, hopefully temporarily.
Rsaber79
Gravesend, UK84 contributions
Hello Mac A
Don’t delay it any further. The experience is wonderful.
Be sure to see the whole of the Gurdwara. You will come out with a lot of knowledge.
Regarding best time to go will be in the morning till 1pm because then it gets busy. I went from 10:30 am and finished by 2:30.
You can take photos. So don’t forget your camera! :)
Enjoy.
Regards,
Rasha.
969Mack
Canterbury, UK68 contributions
I would like information about booking a visit by a group of ladies who belong to Reculver Church Wives Group. We would prefer a guided visit. What days are there guided walks? Are there any evenings? I realise Friday is not a good day. What is the cost per person - including cost of tour guide and entrance? Are there any special "wear" that women need to wear inside the temple? What is the nearest car park, train station or bus station? Approximately how long would the tour be? Are there opportunities to buy drinks outside the temple - such as hot tea or coffee drinks?
Thank you.
Wiltshireman62
living in Surrey213 contributions
I think you need to phone or write with these questions about the best times to visit and whether there are any guided tours. not sure Friday would be a problem. This is a Sikh Gurdwara, not a Muslim Mosque, but if you contact them they can advise. Telephone 01474 350611 or 534121. Inside the Gurdwara you are asked to remove shoes and cover your heads (scarves are provided in the ladies cloakroom to the left of the entrance (not right as I incorrectly said in my review). I think you might also be asked to cover bare arms and not to wear very short skirts. There is free vegetarian Punjabi food in the canteen, but for other refreshments you would have to look to Gravesend town. There is a council pay and display car park next to the Gurdwara, and it is about 10 minutes walk from the railway station ( thevrail line runs alongside the site in a cutting).
mogardner
Gravesend, UK83 contributions
What are the opening times please
George Duffort
8 contributions
4:00 am in the morning to 20:30 pm in the evening
What does a man have cover his head with
akaic4
London, UK12 contributions
Hello Dave, a handkerchief or bandana will be suffice. However, there is always a basket of spares, at any Gurdwaras that you may attend. I hope this helps and wish you a wonderful experience. if you are visiting a Gurdwara within the UK and need any further advice or explanations, please do not hesitate to contact me directly. Vaheguru
Would I be able to place a poster somewhere in this beautiful building promoting my slimming world group in Gravesend please?
susie1717m
London522 contributions
How rude !!
Wanting to place a poster promoting ' Slimming World '
In a place of worship.
Honestly, No respect
Frequently Asked Questions about Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara
- Guru Nanak Darbar Gurdwara is open:
- Sun - Sat 04:00 - 20:30
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