Surrey Muslim Centre

The Muslim population of Surrey has been historically based around the major commercial centres of the county, with North West Surrey being close to higher concentrations of followers in neighbouring towns such as Kingston, Hounslow, Southall, or further towards London. Woking hosts the oldest mosque in Britain and was the most popular focal point for bi-annual Eid prayer celebrations, in the area. Surrey Islamic Trust was subsequently created and registered in mid-1992, with regular donations from the local community. These funds were initially used to hire a space, such as Weybridge Village Hall, or Addlestone Community Centre, for Friday prayers which began with 20-30 worshippers and quickly grew to a regular 80-100 every week, with donations increasing over time.