Temple brings stunning festival of colours to the streets of Oldham

Friday, 6 March 2026 13:10

By Usma Raja

Having fun . . . Families celebrate Holi. Image by Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Oldham / KV Productions Ltd.

One of Greater Manchester's largest Hindu temples transformed Oldham's streets this week to mark Holi, the Hindu Festival of Colours, which was celebrated globally on March 4.

Community members got together to celebrate the special event outside Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Oldham.

Dozens of community members, including families from across the town's diverse population, took part in the outdoor event, filling the streets with colour and festivity.

Image credit: Shree Swaminarayan Mandir Oldham / KV Productions Ltd.

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