Ramadan & Eid
When does Ramadan start in the UK?
Updated 2026-07-28
Quick Answer
Ramadan begins with the sighting of the new crescent moon marking 1 Ramadan. Expected dates are published on our Ramadan hub — always confirm with your local mosque, as UK communities may differ by a day.
In detail
Islamic months are lunar; Ramadan moves earlier each Gregorian year by about 10–12 days.
Our events table lists expected Ramadan starts reviewed against moon-sighting sources each season.
Sources
- Qur’an 2:183 — fasting prescribed — Surah al-Baqarah
- UK moon sighting guidance