Explore the history of the Shah Jahan Mosque, the first purpose-built mosque in Britain. The Shah Jahan Mosque, located in Woking, Surrey, is believed to be the first purpose-built mosque in Britain and northern Europe. It was commissioned by Dr Gottlieb Wilhelm Leitner, a Jewish-Hungarian linguist who spent most of his life in Lahore, British India. He first came to England to take a degree … Continue reading Britain’s First Purpose-Built Mosque

Ever wondered how Muslims in Britain celebrated Eid over 100 years ago? These fascinating photos will give you a glimpse of what it was like. Arranging the prayer mats for the worshippers in preparation for Eid in 1916. Worshippers performing ablution at the Mosque in Woking in 1917. Young girls, dressed in traditional South Asian clothing and one holding her teddy bear, stand together during … Continue reading Eid Celebrations in 20th Century Britain