Masjid · Whitechapel, London
East London Mosque
One of the UK's largest mosques, with a long-running new Muslim programme, a dedicated sisters' section, full facilities, and prayers throughout the day.
Best for New Muslims · Sisters facilities · Central London access · First Jumu'ah
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Facilities & services
- Women's section
- Wudu facilities (ablution)
- Parking
- Wheelchair access
- Qur'an classes
- New Muslim programme
- Library
- Youth programme
- Funeral services (janazah)
Facilities are confirmed from the masjid's own information. If something has changed, let us know.
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What to expect on your first visit
For a first visit, come for one prayer or a scheduled class, arrive a little early, and ask a responsible brother or sister where to sit and what to do. You do not need to know Arabic or know how to pray before visiting.
Good first times to visit
- Friday Jumu'ah
- A published weekly class
- A weekday prayer if you prefer a quieter first visit
Before you go
- Dress modestly and comfortably
- Arrive a little early for your first visit
- You do not need to know Arabic
- You do not need to know how to pray yet
- Bring nothing but yourself
Optional
Would you like us to introduce you?
East London Mosquecan welcome a first-time visitor. If you'd rather not walk in cold, we can pass a gentle introduction so someone is expecting you. Entirely optional — you can also just turn up for a prayer.
Arrange a first visitFeeling nervous about visiting?
That's completely normal. You don't need to know anything before walking in. Ask the companion and we'll talk it through.
Talk it through