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King’s Lynn Malayali Community come together for belated Christmas and New Year celebrations

By Lucy Carter

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lucy.carter@iliffepublishing.co.uk

Published: 17:20, 20 January 2026

Families reflected on spirit and unity in a vibrant annual celebration, which saw many come together.

The King’s Lynn Malayali Community held a belated Christmas and New Year celebration on Saturday, January 10, which saw a special appearance from borough mayor Andy Bullen.

The Malayali community is a vibrant group of families from Kerala in India, known for celebrating cultural events and supporting causes in the area.

Happy times at the King's Lynn Malayali Community celebrationsHappy times at the King's Lynn Malayali Community celebrations
Happy times at the King’s Lynn Malayali Community celebrations

Their celebrations were formally inaugurated by Cllr Bullen alongside his consort, Jane Jestice.

A spokesperson from the group said: “We were also blessed by the presence of Rev. Fr. Babu Chiriyankandath from Sacred Heart Church in Lynn.

“The event was attended by a large number of community members and families and reflected the spirit of unity, cultural harmony, and festive joy within the Lynn Malayali community.”

Cllr Bullen joined in with celebrationsCllr Bullen joined in with celebrations
Cllr Bullen joined in with celebrations

Officer bearers and committee members present included president Mr Eldo, secretary Jomon Kizhakkethil, treasurer Mr Saju and members Malu, Nisari, Poncy, Litty, Sarath, Jaimon, and Stemin.

Mayor Andy Bullen gave a speechMayor Andy Bullen gave a speech
Mayor Andy Bullen gave a speech
Many gathered for the annual celebrationsMany gathered for the annual celebrations
Many gathered for the annual celebrations

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