Loy Krathong is an annual Thai festival held throughout the country. It is held in the 12th month of the Thai Lunar Calendar, on the night of the full moon, which usually occurs in November. This is a good time of year for a celebration, the main rice harvest seasons are over, so there’s now plenty of time to celebrate. While not an official public holiday, it is Thailand’s second most widely celebrated festival, after the Songkran Thai New Year celebration. Much like Thailand itself, Loy Krathong is a bit of a contrast between the countries traditionally conservative values and its modern day practice.
Historically Loy Krathong is a day where the Thai people make offerings in the form of ‘krathongs’ – a floating raft made of banana leaves, filled with candles, sparklers and other offerings, and then ‘loy’ (float) them down a river or canal. This floating of offerings down the river is seen as a way to release all the past years anger, resentment, indiscretions and start afresh. The decorations and offerings placed into the krathongs also act as an offering to the river gods, and are expected to bring good luck for the New Year. Additionally, Thais release floating lanterns made from rice paper and candles into the sky, making a wish and asking for merit for the coming year.
The event will bring cultural entertainment, education, tradition and colour. This will promote an understanding of Thai culture.
It is expected that visitors will be able to enjoy many of the popular shows and activities that proved so popular at other Thai events including Thai dance, music and song. There will be catering stalls will include freshly cooked Thai food, souvenirs, Beauty & traditional costume competition (Adult and Children),Talent competition and Lady Boy show and visitor will be able to experience of Loy Krathong ceremony too. (use the pool in front of Guild Hall)
Historically Loy Krathong is a day where the Thai people make offerings in the form of ‘krathongs’ – a floating raft made of banana leaves, filled with candles, sparklers and other offerings, and then ‘loy’ (float) them down a river or canal. This floating of offerings down the river is seen as a way to release all the past years anger, resentment, indiscretions and start afresh. The decorations and offerings placed into the krathongs also act as an offering to the river gods, and are expected to bring good luck for the New Year. Additionally, Thais release floating lanterns made from rice paper and candles into the sky, making a wish and asking for merit for the coming year.
The event will bring cultural entertainment, education, tradition and colour. This will promote an understanding of Thai culture.
It is expected that visitors will be able to enjoy many of the popular shows and activities that proved so popular at other Thai events including Thai dance, music and song. There will be catering stalls will include freshly cooked Thai food, souvenirs, Beauty & traditional costume competition (Adult and Children),Talent competition and Lady Boy show and visitor will be able to experience of Loy Krathong ceremony too. (use the pool in front of Guild Hall)
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and this program is a draft only but it will not change much.”
“Children Entertainment”,
Free Entrance ! Free puppet show and free balloon model for your child.
£5 advance ticket and £6 on the door , is worth it for this event!
Bring your children to come along ,help them make Krathong and watch puppet show by Alison & Brian : “The Puppetree Company do
original English puppet shows. Mum and dad can enjoy nice beers and Thai
food whilst your kids enjoy watching the show.”
“Thai boxing demonstration will be performed by Russells Muay Thai”.

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