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Shah Jahan Mosque warmly welcomes visitors from all walks of life and is proud to receive a wide variety of guests each day. Regular visitors include school and college groups, professionals working in education and heritage, and individuals who feel a personal, cultural, or emotional connection to the mosque. Many come to learn about Islam, explore the mosque’s rich history and architecture, or better understand its place within British society. Others visit out of curiosity, reflection, or a desire for meaningful cultural exchange. This broad and ongoing engagement has made the mosque one of the most visited of its kind in the country. Guided tours and educational talks offer visitors the opportunity to explore the mosque in a friendly and respectful environment, ask questions, and gain insight into religious practices, community life, and historical significance. All visits are approached with openness and care, helping to create positive experiences that encourage understanding, dialogue, and connection.

Plan your visit

The original prayer hall has the capacity to accommodate around 60 worshippers, and continues to be used for daily prayers. However, as the congregation has grown, the mosque has expanded its facilities ,  reclaiming several buildings previously leased in the 1990s ,  in order to meet the needs of the local Muslim community.

  • The largest hall can hold up to 1,000 worshippers and is primarily used by men for Friday (Jumma) prayers, Taraweeh during Ramadan, Eid celebrations, and other major gatherings.

  • The middle hall is dedicated to female worshippers, with space for up to 600 individuals.

  • A third hall serves as a community centre, equipped with a kitchen and washrooms, available for weddings, events, and local activities. It also doubles as a sports hall on selected days each week.
  • Hall No 4, recently renovated and equipped to the highest standards is a multi purpose / multi event hall, accommodating approx 60 individuals. It is used for seminars, briefings, classes and private events,

The mosque also maintains a fully equipped Ghusl facility for the washing and preparation of the deceased. Two local funeral organisations work closely with the mosque to support families in arranging respectful funeral and burial services.

Adding to the serene surroundings, the BBC Southern Counties Radio partnered with the mosque in 2001 to create a beautiful Islamic-themed garden on the south side of the grounds. This tranquil garden now greets visitors as they enter, symbolizing our first and foremost belief of peace and a reminder of the mosque’s message of harmony and reflection.

General public visits

The Shah Jahan Mosque ,  also known as the Woking Mosque Fund and Sir Salar Jung Memorial House ,  was built in 1889 by Dr. Gottlieb Wilhelm Leitner, an orientalist. It is the first purpose-built mosque in the United Kingdom and Northern Europe.

Situated on Oriental Road in Woking, just a short walk from the town centre and railway station, the site stands as a symbol of faith, unity, and cultural heritage for British Muslims.

Today, the Shah Jahan Mosque stands uniquely as the only Grade I listed mosque in the UK, as well as a registered charity. In 2017, the local community lovingly restored the mosque to its original elegance, making sure that its beauty and purpose are well preserved.

To foster spiritual and cultural activities, the mosque hosts gatherings, educational programmes, and interfaith visits.

Education is a key part of not just our belief but also Islamic history. We hold regular classes for both children and adults, aiming to help individuals deepen their knowledge of Islam and its values.

The mosque also welcomes guided tours for schools, colleges, and community groups. This provides everyone with opportunities to learn about Islamic faith, architecture, and British Muslim history.

In accordance with our faith, the mosque community actively participates in humanitarian efforts, regularly raising funds and collecting donations for victims of natural disasters all around the world.

Group visits

The original prayer hall has the capacity to accommodate around 60 worshippers, and continues to be used for daily prayers. However, as the congregation has grown, the mosque has expanded its facilities ,  reclaiming several buildings previously leased in the 1990s ,  in order to meet the needs of the local Muslim community.

  • The largest hall can hold up to 1,000 worshippers and is primarily used by men for Friday (Jumma) prayers, Taraweeh during Ramadan, Eid celebrations, and other major gatherings.

  • The middle hall is dedicated to female worshippers, with space for up to 600 individuals.

  • A third hall serves as a community centre, equipped with a kitchen and washrooms, available for weddings, events, and local activities. It also doubles as a sports hall on selected days each week.
  • Hall No 4, recently renovated and equipped to the highest standards is a multi purpose / multi event hall, accommodating approx 60 individuals. It is used for seminars, briefings, classes and private events,

The mosque also maintains a fully equipped Ghusl facility for the washing and preparation of the deceased. Two local funeral organisations work closely with the mosque to support families in arranging respectful funeral and burial services.

Adding to the serene surroundings, the BBC Southern Counties Radio partnered with the mosque in 2001 to create a beautiful Islamic-themed garden on the south side of the grounds. This tranquil garden now greets visitors as they enter, symbolizing our first and foremost belief of peace and a reminder of the mosque’s message of harmony and reflection.

School visits

The Shah Jahan Mosque ,  also known as the Woking Mosque Fund and Sir Salar Jung Memorial House ,  was built in 1889 by Dr. Gottlieb Wilhelm Leitner, an orientalist. It is the first purpose-built mosque in the United Kingdom and Northern Europe.

Situated on Oriental Road in Woking, just a short walk from the town centre and railway station, the site stands as a symbol of faith, unity, and cultural heritage for British Muslims.

Today, the Shah Jahan Mosque stands uniquely as the only Grade I listed mosque in the UK, as well as a registered charity. In 2017, the local community lovingly restored the mosque to its original elegance, making sure that its beauty and purpose are well preserved.

To foster spiritual and cultural activities, the mosque hosts gatherings, educational programmes, and interfaith visits.

Education is a key part of not just our belief but also Islamic history. We hold regular classes for both children and adults, aiming to help individuals deepen their knowledge of Islam and its values.

The mosque also welcomes guided tours for schools, colleges, and community groups. This provides everyone with opportunities to learn about Islamic faith, architecture, and British Muslim history.

In accordance with our faith, the mosque community actively participates in humanitarian efforts, regularly raising funds and collecting donations for victims of natural disasters all around the world.

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      Naqshbandi Dhikr

      Naat & nasheeds gathering (once a month)

      Mums & kids morning

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