Zakariyya Jame Masjid
ZJ
Mosques
Zakariyya Jame Masjid
20 Peace St, Bolton BL3 5LJ
# Zakariyya Jame Masjid
Zakariyya Jame Masjid is Bolton's central mosque, serving as a hub for Islamic worship, education and community support. With a capacity of 3,000 worshippers, it functions as a vital resource for Muslims across the borough and acts as a liaison point with local authorities and community organisations.
Built entirely through donations from Bolton's Muslim community at a cost of £3 million, the mosque demonstrates remarkable community commitment and self-sufficiency. Beyond daily prayer facilities offering five daily congregational prayers with set jamaat times, the masjid provides comprehensive life services including marriage registration conducted according to Islamic law, funeral arrangements and support during bereavement, and birth-related services.
The mosque distinguishes itself through its educational commitment, offering madrasah programmes for children and adults with practical learning sessions utilising dedicated facilities. A library service caters to both male and female worshippers, whilst an "Ask Mufti" service provides Islamic guidance on personal queries. The establishment welcomes mosque visits for those seeking to learn about Islam and their work.
Historically significant, Zakariyya Jame Masjid catalysed the formation of the Islamic Community Centre (ICC), which supported development of additional places of worship throughout Bolton. This pioneering role reflects the mosque's ongoing commitment to community cohesion and Muslim representation in the town. The addition of an online shop extends accessibility to products and services, modernising traditional offerings for contemporary congregants.
Zakariyya Jame Masjid is Bolton's central mosque, serving as a hub for Islamic worship, education and community support. With a capacity of 3,000 worshippers, it functions as a vital resource for Muslims across the borough and acts as a liaison point with local authorities and community organisations.
Built entirely through donations from Bolton's Muslim community at a cost of £3 million, the mosque demonstrates remarkable community commitment and self-sufficiency. Beyond daily prayer facilities offering five daily congregational prayers with set jamaat times, the masjid provides comprehensive life services including marriage registration conducted according to Islamic law, funeral arrangements and support during bereavement, and birth-related services.
The mosque distinguishes itself through its educational commitment, offering madrasah programmes for children and adults with practical learning sessions utilising dedicated facilities. A library service caters to both male and female worshippers, whilst an "Ask Mufti" service provides Islamic guidance on personal queries. The establishment welcomes mosque visits for those seeking to learn about Islam and their work.
Historically significant, Zakariyya Jame Masjid catalysed the formation of the Islamic Community Centre (ICC), which supported development of additional places of worship throughout Bolton. This pioneering role reflects the mosque's ongoing commitment to community cohesion and Muslim representation in the town. The addition of an online shop extends accessibility to products and services, modernising traditional offerings for contemporary congregants.
Services offered
Prayer facilitiesMadrasah educationFuneral servicesMarriage registrationIslamic guidance (Ask Mufti)Library serviceMosque visitsOnline shop