02 March 2025 · 1 Ramadan 1446
PRAYER TIMES · JUM'A 13:30
FAJR
05:00
ZUHR
13:00
ASR
16:00
MAGHRIB
17:00
ISHA
19:00

Saffron Walden Muslim Community

Welcome to our growing community in the historic market town of Saffron Walden. Join us for prayer, education, and fellowship.

Prayer Times

Daily Prayers

Fajr: 05:00
Sunrise: 07:00
Dhuhr: 13:00
Asr: 16:00
Maghrib: 17:00
Isha: 19:00

Prayer times updated daily. Asr time shown follows the Hanafi school. Shaf'i school Asr time is --:-- today.

Friday Prayer

Khutbah begins: 13:30
Prayer begins: 13:40
Location: Friends Meeting House

Please arrive 10–15 minutes early to prepare for prayer.

Ramadan

Taraweeh: There are no nightly prayers organised in Saffron Walden this year.

Please consider your nearest masjid in Cambridge or Braintree.


Iftar: If you'd like to host a community iftar, please get in touch

Special Ramadan timetable will be published for the holy month.

Congregational Prayer

Find us at the Friends Meeting House

Visiting the Meeting House

We hold our Friday prayers at the historic Friends Meeting House in Saffron Walden. The building is situated in the heart of the town and is easily accessible on foot from the town centre.

Address

Friends Meeting House

High Street, Saffron Walden

Essex, CB10 1AA

Opening Hours

Friday: 13:00 - 14:00 (for Jum'a)

Getting Here

Bus: The nearest bus stop is on High Street (1 minute walk)

Train: Audley End station is 3 miles away with taxi services available

Parking: Public parking available at Saffron Walden Common Car Park (7 minutes walk)

Finding the Prayer Room

Step-by-step directions to our Friday prayer space

The Saffron Walden Muslim Community holds Friday prayers at the Quaker Meeting House. The prayer room is situated on the first floor in the Small Meeting Room.

Please follow these directions to find your way.

Quaker Meeting House Entrance

1 Locate the Meeting House

The Friends Meeting House is a historical red-brick building located on High Street in Saffron Walden. Look for the blue "Quakers" sign at the entrance. The building features distinctive large windows and is easily recognizable by its traditional architecture.

Welcome Sign Inside Entrance

2 Enter the Building

As you enter, you'll see a colorful welcome sign for the Saffron Walden Quaker Meeting House. The entrance lobby has information boards and literature displays. Look for the stairs that lead to the upper floor.

Staircase to Upper Floor

3 Go Up the Stairs

Follow the staircase with the wooden banister to the upper floor. There's a noticeboard on your left as you enter, and the stairs are straight ahead. The staircase is well-lit and has wooden handrails for support.

Small Meeting Room Door

4 Enter the Small Meeting Room

At the top of the stairs, look for the door labeled "Small Meeting Room." This is where our Friday prayers are held. The door has a wooden finish with silver lettering. Please remove your shoes before entering and place them neatly outside the door.

Important Notes

  • Please arrive 10–15 minutes before prayer time to settle in quietly
  • The building is shared with others, so please be respectful of noise levels
  • Prayer mats are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own
  • Please arrive with Wudu. Facilities are available in the ground floor restrooms
  • If you need assistance, friendly community members will be happy to help

Contact Us

Get in touch with our community

How to Reach Us

We would be delighted to hear from you, whether you're interested in joining our community, have questions about Islam, or wish to learn more about our fundraising efforts.

Telegram Group QR Code

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Community Leader

Speak to our community representative after Friday prayers

About Our Community

A growing Muslim presence in historic Saffron Walden

Friends Meeting House, Saffron Walden

Our Growing Community

The Saffron Walden Muslim Community comprises a diverse group of Muslims residing in and around the beautiful historic market town of Saffron Walden, Essex. Whilst we do not currently have our own premises, we are fortunate to utilise the facilities at the Friends Meeting House for our Friday prayers.

Our community is made up of families, students, and professionals from various backgrounds and walks of life, all united by our faith and love for this charming town.

Interfaith Cooperation

We maintain excellent relationships with other faith communities in Saffron Walden, particularly with the Quakers who generously allow us to use their Meeting House.

Community Support

We strive to support our members and the wider community through charitable activities and volunteering.