# Makki Masjid & Madrasah

Makki Masjid & Madrasah is an Islamic community centre located in Heckmondwike, serving the local Muslim population and wider community with religious, educational and social services. The organisation operates a functioning mosque offering daily congregational prayers (Salaah) across all five prayer times, alongside a madrasah (Islamic school) providing structured religious education to children and young people.

The masjid serves as a spiritual hub where community members gather for worship, Quranic recitation and Islamic learning. Its madrasah component distinguishes it as a comprehensive faith-based institution, combining mosque facilities with dedicated Islamic educational programming. The centre is led by experienced leadership including Chairman Haji Ashfaq and Imam Mawlana Ismaeel, both actively involved in pastoral care and religious guidance.

What sets Makki Masjid & Madrasah apart is its integrated approach to community development. Rather than operating as a prayer space alone, it functions as a multifaceted centre addressing both spiritual needs through regular Salaah and educational needs through structured madrasah classes. The organisation emphasises community cohesion, explicitly positioning itself around "faith, knowledge, and unity."

Situated on Victoria Street, the masjid maintains accessible contact channels and publishes prayer timetables seasonally, demonstrating organisational transparency. The leadership's direct availability through personal contact numbers reflects a commitment to accessible community engagement, ensuring members can reach key personnel for guidance, queries or pastoral support. This accessible, integrated model makes it a cornerstone institution for Heckmondwike's Muslim community.