Masjid-al-Medina
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Mosques
Masjid-al-Medina
25 Sherborne Pl, Cheltenham GL52 2RW
# Masjid-al-Medina, Cheltenham
Masjid-al-Medina is a mosque located in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, serving the local Muslim community with a focus on Islamic worship and spiritual guidance. Situated at 25 Sherbourne Place, this established place of worship follows Sunni Deobandi teachings and is managed by the Bangladeshi community, operating under the alternative name of the Bangladeshi Community Centre.
The mosque caters exclusively to male worshippers and maintains a capacity of 100 people, providing a dedicated space for the five daily prayers. With an Excellent data accuracy rating, the facility offers reliable prayer times updated daily, accommodating the Islamic calendar's seasonal variations—currently showing Fajr prayers beginning as early as 3:10 AM during late spring months, extending through to Isha in the evening.
Beyond its primary function as a place of prayer, Masjid-al-Medina serves as a community hub for the Bangladeshi population in Cheltenham, facilitating cultural and religious cohesion. The mosque's accessibility is enhanced by its proximity to multiple bus stops including Pittville Gates, King Henry Close, and Imperial Square, making it easily reachable via public transport.
The establishment distinguishes itself through its long-standing presence in the community and its role in maintaining Islamic traditions whilst serving a specific demographic. The mosque provides a welcoming environment for both regular worshippers and visitors seeking to understand Islamic practices, contributing significantly to Cheltenham's religious and cultural diversity.
Masjid-al-Medina is a mosque located in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, serving the local Muslim community with a focus on Islamic worship and spiritual guidance. Situated at 25 Sherbourne Place, this established place of worship follows Sunni Deobandi teachings and is managed by the Bangladeshi community, operating under the alternative name of the Bangladeshi Community Centre.
The mosque caters exclusively to male worshippers and maintains a capacity of 100 people, providing a dedicated space for the five daily prayers. With an Excellent data accuracy rating, the facility offers reliable prayer times updated daily, accommodating the Islamic calendar's seasonal variations—currently showing Fajr prayers beginning as early as 3:10 AM during late spring months, extending through to Isha in the evening.
Beyond its primary function as a place of prayer, Masjid-al-Medina serves as a community hub for the Bangladeshi population in Cheltenham, facilitating cultural and religious cohesion. The mosque's accessibility is enhanced by its proximity to multiple bus stops including Pittville Gates, King Henry Close, and Imperial Square, making it easily reachable via public transport.
The establishment distinguishes itself through its long-standing presence in the community and its role in maintaining Islamic traditions whilst serving a specific demographic. The mosque provides a welcoming environment for both regular worshippers and visitors seeking to understand Islamic practices, contributing significantly to Cheltenham's religious and cultural diversity.
Services offered
Daily prayer facilitiesFajr prayerDhuhr prayerAsr prayerMaghrib prayerIsha prayerIslamic community eventsReligious guidance