STK Tamil New Year celebrations 2026

Date : 18th Apr 2026, Saturday

Time : 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM UK Time

STK’s Tamil New Year Celebrations mark the beginning of Puthandu with joy, tradition, and a deep sense of community. The festival welcomes the first day of the Tamil month Chithirai, symbolising renewal, hope, and fresh beginnings. Families and friends gather to honour Tamil heritage through rituals, performances, and shared experiences that connect generations.

About STK

Community, Events, Charity, Legacy

Sussex Tamil Kudumbangal (STK) was founded to preserve and promote the rich cultural heritage of the Tamil community in Sussex, London. We organize cultural events, educational programs, and social gatherings that foster unity and cultural pride. Our mission is to create a supportive and vibrant community where traditions are celebrated and passed on to future generations.

STK Tamil School (Sussex Tamil Kudumbangal Tamil School) is an online institution that teaches Tamil language, literature, and culture to students from Reception to Grade 4. It operates weekly via Zoom, with volunteer teachers and an academic year from September to June. Students take final exams in June through boards like BTEB and BTLEB and are also encouraged to participate in school-organized events.

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Successful Events Conducted

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Years of Community Service

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Dedicated Helping Volunteers

100+ Kudumbangal

(Tamil Families)

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