Ramadan Mubarak! There have been reported sightings of the new moon in Saudi Arabia on Sunday 10th March 2024, declaring the 1st of Ramadan 1445 AH to be Monday 11th March 2024.

Ramadan Mubarak!

Currently, Friday Salat al-Jumu'ah is held at 12:30 pm and 1:30 pm. From Friday 5th April 2024, there will be 2 Friday Salat al-Jumu'ah, held at 1:30 pm and 2:15 pm. This change is due to the start of British Daylight Savings Time.

Change to Friday Salat al-Jumu'ah time

Saudi Arabia declared positive sighting of the moon on Sunday 18th June 2023. We will be celebrating Eid al-Adha on Wednesday 28th June 2023.

Eid al-Adha 1444 AH

The new moon has been sighted in Saudi Arabia. We will be celebrating Eid al-Fitr on Friday 21st April.

Eid al-Fitr 1444 AH

We confirm that the new moon has not been sighted tonight so our first Tarawih jama’ah will be held tomorrow evening, and our first fast will be on Thursday 23rd March 2023. Ramadan Mubarak!

We confirm that the new moon has been sighted in the UAE, on Friday 1st April 2022, so our first fast will be on Saturday 2nd April 2022.

In accordance with the latest advice from the UK Government and the guidance from the Muslim Council of Britain, in sha Allah, the masjid will be re-opening on Wednesday 8th July 2020 from Fajr prayer.

Re-opening Announcement: Masjid reopening for Jama'at

We confirm that the new moon has been sighted in Jebel Jais, UAE, on Thursday 23rd April 2020, so our first fast will be Friday 24th April 2020.

The prime minister is announcing strict new curbs on life in the UK to tackle the spread of coronavirus. From this evening people must stay at home except for shopping for basic necessities, daily exercise, any medical need and travelling to and from essential work.

Coronavirus: PM announcing strict new curbs on life in UK

BAGR management has decided to safeguard our students and worshippers by suspending all 5 daily prayers and Salat al-Jumu’ah from Isha from 21st March 2020. The masjid will be closed until further notice.

Central Jamme Masjid closed until further notice

The second Ramadan Spiritual Talk, delivered by Mufti Javed Kachhalia, Maktab & Islamic School Teacher. After Asr Jama'ah at 4:15 pm.

Productivity of the Believer: Less Time, More Barakah

The first of our Ramadan Spiritual Talks, delivered by Mawlana Hafiz Faheem Zaheer, Imam at Aisha Masjid, Reading. After Asr Jama'ah at 4:15 pm.

The Qur'an: Guidance, Mercy and Transformation

Spiritual talks delivered by Scholars in the Holy Month of Ramadan 1447/2026.

Ramadan Spiritual Talks

Ramadan Mubarak! There have been reported sightings of the new moon on Tuesday 17th February 2026 in Tumair, Saudi Arabia, declaring the 1st of Ramadan 1447 AH to be Wednesday 18th February 2026. Our first Tarawih jama'ah will be held this evening, Tuesday 17th February at 8pm.

Ramadan 1447 AH / 2026 timetable, including Tarawih times. The start of Ramadan will be either Wednesday 18th February 2026, or Thursday 19th February 2026, depending on the sighting of the new moon.

Ramadan 1447 AH / 2026 Timetable

The election has been cancelled due to an amicable selection. The BAGR Bi-Annual General Meeting will go ahead as planned on 30th November 2025 at 2:45pm.

Notice of BAGR Bi-Annual General Meeting

There were reports of positive sighting of the moon on Tuesday 27th May 2025. We will be celebrating Eid al-Adha on Friday 6th June 2025.

Eid al-Adha 1446 AH

Friday Salat al-Jumu'ah was previously held at 12:30 pm and 1:30 pm. From Friday 4th April 2025, there will be 2 Friday Salat al-Jumu'ah, held at 1:30 pm and 2:15 pm. This change is due to the start of British Daylight Savings Time.

Quran & Tajweed Classes will be held for Adult Brothers with Hafidh Zeeshan Khan, every Saturday from 12pm to 1pm, starting from Saturday 5th April 2025.

Weekly Quran & Tajweed Classes

The new moon has been sighted on Saturday evening. Eid al-Fitr will be on Sunday 30th March 2025.

Eid al-Fitr 1446 AH

The ninth Ramadan Spiritual Talk, delivered by Moulana Abdul Hannan Rab, Imam at Central Jamme Masjid, Reading. After Asr Jama'ah at 5:00 pm.

Keeping Connected with Our Creator after Ramadan

We are aiming to raise £79,000 to repay Qardh al-Hasan (interest-free public debt) that we owe to members of the community. We ask for your support and generosity in donating to the masjid on these last 10 nights of Ramadan in particular, so that we can repay our debts. Donate securely online via https://readingmosque.com/donate

Donate to the masjid on Laylat al-Qadr

Asr Jama'at Salat was scheduled to be at 17:00 this week, but has been revised to 17:10.

Change to Asr Jama'at Salat time

The eighth Ramadan Spiritual Talk, delivered by Moulana Mohammad Ramzan, Imam at Abu Bakr Masjid, Reading. After Asr Jama'ah at 5:00 pm. Revised date to Sunday 23rd March.

Misuse of Social Media during Ramadan

The seventh Ramadan Spiritual Talk, delivered by Moulana Yahia Mohammed, Imam at Aisha Masjid, Reading. After Asr Jama'ah at 5:00 pm. Revised date to Saturday 22nd March.

“Time Is Running Out”

Grand Sheikh Moustafa Mohamed AbdAlla is joining us from Egypt to lead Tarawih. Please plan to join us tonight for Isha & Tarawih at 8:15pm

Special Night, Special Guest!

The sixth Ramadan Spiritual Talk, delivered by Mufti Javed Kachhalia, Maktab & Islamic School Teacher. After Asr Jama'ah at 4:50 pm. Revised date to Sunday 16th March.

The Quran: Your Everlasting Companion

The fifth Ramadan Spiritual Talk, delivered by Mufti Mohammad Teladia, Imam & Hifdh Class Teacher, Reading. After Asr Jama'ah at 4:50 pm.

The Hidden Key to Happiness

The fourth Ramadan Spiritual Talk, delivered by Moulana Shah Usman, Teacher at Imam Zakariya Academy. After Asr Jama'ah at 4:45 pm. Revised date to Sunday 9th March.

Loving Allah: The Greatest Jewel of Ramadan

The third Ramadan Spiritual Talk, delivered by Moulana Shah Muhammed Anas, Principal of Imam Zakariya Academy. After Asr Jama'ah at 4:45 pm.

Hope in the Time of Despair

The second Ramadan Spiritual Talk, delivered by Sheikh Mumtaz ul Haq, Imam at South London Islamic Centre, Streatham. After Asr Jama'ah at 4:45 pm.

Ramadan: The Month of Protection from the Deceptions and Tricks of Shaitaan

The first of our Ramadan Spiritual Talks, delivered by Moulana Hafiz Faheem Zaheer, Imam at Aisha Masjid, Reading. After Asr Jama'ah at 4:45 pm.

Ramadan: The Month of Quran & the Importance of Islamic Education

Ramadan Mubarak! There have been reported sightings of the new moon on Friday 28th February 2025 in Tumair and Sudair, Saudi Arabia, declaring the 1st of Ramadan 1446 AH to be Saturday 1st March 2025.

Qari Dr Shaaban Eid, from Egypt, will replace Sheikh Ahmed Attia in leading the first Tarawih alongside Imam Abdul Hannan Rab.

Notice: Change of Hafidh

Spiritual talks delivered by Scholars in the Holy Month of Ramadan 1446/2025.

Ramadan 1446 AH / 2025 timetable, including Tarawih times. The start of Ramadan will be either Saturday 1st March 2025, or Sunday 2nd March 2025, depending on the sighting of the new moon.

Ramadan 1446 AH / 2025 Timetable

Currently, Friday Salat al-Jumu'ah is held at 1:30 pm and 2:15 pm. From Friday 1st November 2024, there will be 2 Friday Salat al-Jumu'ah, held at 12:30 pm and 1:20 pm. This change is due to the end of British Daylight Savings Time.

Central Jamme Masjid is delighted to announce the launch of its new website, designed to improve user experience and accessibility for its members. In addition to the new website, Central Jamme Masjid has also unveiled a modernised brand logo. Both the updated logo and the website feature colours that complement the masjid’s carpet, creating a cohesive and familiar visual identity.

Central Jamme Masjid Launches New Website and Updated Brand Logo

There were reports of positive sighting of the moon on Thursday 6th June 2024. We will be celebrating Eid al-Adha on Sunday 16th June 2024.

Eid al-Adha 1445 AH

The new moon has not been sighted on Monday evening across the UK and nations to our East. Eid al-Fitr will be on Wednesday 10th April 2024.

Eid al-Fitr 1445 AH

If you or someone you know needs some help, here are some local contacts to get in touch with. Please reach out, we’re one ummah!