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Colchester Central Mosque Prayer Times

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Today's prayer times at Colchester Central Mosque, Colchester (Tuesday, 11th August 2026): Fajr 04:16, Dhuhr 13:02, Asr 17:04, Maghrib 20:28, Isha 21:46.

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The main mosque in Colchester providing five daily prayers, Jummah and Islamic education.

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Colchester Central Mosque — Today's Prayer Times

Tuesday, 11th August 2026 · Colchester area times (Muslim World League method)

Colchester prayer times for Tuesday, 11th August 2026
Prayer Begins
Fajr Dawn
Sunrise Shurūq
Dhuhr Midday
Asr Afternoon
Maghrib Sunset
Isha Night

These are the astronomical adhan (start) times for Colchester. Colchester Central Mosque sets its own jama'ah (congregation) times — usually 15–30 minutes later. See below.

At Colchester's latitude the sun doesn't reach the Fajr/Isha twilight angle around this date, so a documented high-latitude adjustment (one-seventh of the night) is applied. Confirm with your local mosque.

Fajr

04:16

Sunrise

05:34

Dhuhr

13:02

Asr

17:04

Maghrib

20:28

Isha

21:46

Astronomical (MWL)

About Colchester Central Mosque

Colchester Jamiah Masjid, run by the Colchester Islamic Cultural Association (CICA), is the town's first mosque, established when a group of local Muslims formed the organisation in October 1985. The property at 3 Priory Street was purchased in 1992 for £49,000, with a neighbouring property added in 2005 to expand the premises. The association was registered as a charity (no. 293712) in February 1986 and serves the Colchester Muslim community with daily prayers, Jumu'ah, a children's madrasah and educational and community programmes.

Address
2-3 Priory Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2PY
Founded
1985
Tradition
Sunni
Capacity
600 worshippers
Phone
01206 700872
Website
colchestermosque.co.uk/

Facilities

  • Women's prayer area
  • Wudu facilities

Frequently asked questions

What is Colchester Central Mosque?
The main mosque in Colchester providing five daily prayers, Jummah and Islamic education.
Where is Colchester Central Mosque located?
The mosque, properly known as Colchester Jamiah Masjid, is at 2-3 Priory Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1 2PY, in the town centre.
When was the mosque established?
It is Colchester's first mosque, founded by the Colchester Islamic Cultural Association in October 1985. The Priory Street building was bought in 1992.
Does the mosque offer classes for children?
Yes. It runs a Maktab & Madrasah providing Islamic education for children, typically on weekday evenings.
Are there facilities for women?
Yes, the mosque provides prayer facilities for both men and women, alongside wudu (ablution) facilities.
What are the prayer times at Colchester Central Mosque today?
Prayer times at Colchester Central Mosque follow the Colchester area timetable, calculated using the Muslim World League (MWL) method (Fajr 18°, Isha 17°). Today's Fajr, Dhuhr, Asr, Maghrib and Isha times are shown at the top of this page and update automatically each day.
What time is Jummah (Friday prayer) at Colchester Central Mosque?
Please contact Colchester Central Mosque directly for current Jummah prayer times, as these can change seasonally.
Is Colchester Central Mosque a Sunni or Shia mosque?
Colchester Central Mosque is a Sunni mosque serving the Muslim community in Colchester.
Can non-Muslims visit Colchester Central Mosque?
Many UK mosques welcome non-Muslim visitors who wish to learn about Islam. If you plan to visit Colchester Central Mosque, dress modestly and be respectful during prayer times. Contact the mosque in advance to confirm visiting arrangements.
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