Leytonstone Mosque

Leytonstone Mosque, situated in the London borough of Waltham Forest, was opened in 1976 to cater to the local Muslim community.[1] Since then, the mosque has grown in size and can accommodate about 1,000 people.[2]

Pre-Mosque Era

Prior to the Masjid's establishment, the Leytonstone Islamic Association was set up to serve the local Muslim population, and between 1969-1976 would do so by hiring out a hall, which would be used for prayers. Collections then took place in order to fund the purchase of a property which would later be converted into a mosque. In 1976, with donations entirely provided by the local Muslim community, a church was purchased, and subsequently converted into a mosque.[1]

Services

The Mosque provides many services, which include evening classes for 5-16 year olds:[3]

References

  1. 1 2 Leytonstone Masjid,
  2. ↑ Mosque Map Muslim Britain,
  3. ↑ Londron Borough of Waltham Forest Website
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