Songkran is the Thai New Year's festival, which is celebrated annually from April 13th to 15th. It is known as one of the world's largest water fights, with people splashing water on each other as a symbol of washing away the past year's sins and welcoming in the new year.

The festival is celebrated as the traditional New Year's Day in Thailand and it marks the end of the dry season and the beginning of the rainy season.

Songkran involves many Thai traditions including visiting temples, making offerings, and spending time with family and friends. It is a vibrant and joyful celebration that attracts visitors from all over the world. The act of pouring water over Buddha statues as a symbol of purification and renewal. Families also come together and prepare and share special meals, play games, and enjoy the festive atmosphere.

The word "Songkran" comes from the Sanskrit language and means "astrological passage" or "transformation". It is a traditional festival celebrated in Thailand and other Southeast Asian countries to mark the beginning of the Thai New Year.

Songkran is an important festival in Thai culture that marks the traditional Thai New Year. It is celebrated to honor tradition, show respect for elders, and bring good luck for the upcoming year. Celebrating Songkran is also a way to promote unity and togetherness among family and friends, and to express gratitude for the blessings in life.

This year for Songkran, we are offering a Buddha Blessing experience at all of our sites. When you visit our sites you can bless the Buddha with scented water which is a symbol of purification and renewal.

You can also come together with your family and friends and share special meals, like our signature sharing platters and enjoy the festive atmosphere.

Feeling extra festive? Toast to the Thai New Year and get your second Lychee and Raspberry Spritz for free!

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Family run since 2004, Thai Leisure Group has restaurants spanning the UK from Aberdeen down to Southampton. The competition was run across all our Chaophraya sites to encourage feedback from our customers so they can tell us what they think.

Our open channel of communication with our diners means that we are constantly evolving into the best brand for fine dining Thai food that we can be. We offer both formal and street food style dining options so people can choose to grab a quick bite or celebrate their special days with us.

We are proud to be rich in flavour and in history. We offer traditional Thai dishes alongside our signature sharing platters for couples and groups, including vegetarian and vegan options,  so that everyone can enjoy an authentic taste of Thailand.

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