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Old Elvet Mosque (Durham University Islamic Society) Prayer Times & Jummah

Behind the Dun Cow, Old Elvet, Durham DH1 3HN

Capacity
About 91 worshippers
Women's prayer area
Yes

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Today’s prayer start times

Durham area prayer start times · Muslim World League (astronomical)

Durham prayer times for Friday, 25th September 2026
Prayer Begins
Fajr Dawn
Sunrise Shurūq
Dhuhr Midday
Asr Afternoon Hanafi 16:56
Maghrib Sunset
Isha Night

These are the astronomical adhan (start) times for Durham. Old Elvet Mosque (Durham University Islamic Society) sets its own jama'ah (congregation) times. Confirm the current timetable before travelling.

Before you attend

Jummah & jama’ah at Old Elvet Mosque (Durham University Islamic Society)

Prayer begins marks the start of a prayer’s time window. Jama’ah (iqamah) is when this mosque prays together. The mosque sets its own schedule, including Friday khutbah and Jummah.

Ask the mosque for its timetable ↗ Friday prayer in Durham

We do not currently hold a dated congregation schedule for today. Use the mosque’s official timetable or contact details above.

Quick Answer

Durham area prayer start times for Friday, 25th September 2026: Fajr 05:14, Dhuhr 12:58, Asr 16:07, Maghrib 18:58 and Isha 20:41. Source: Muslim World League (astronomical). These are area start times, not confirmed mosque congregation times. Check the mosque’s current timetable for jama’ah and Friday prayer.

About Old Elvet Mosque (Durham University Islamic Society)

The mosque on Old Elvet, located in a red-brick building behind the Dun Cow pub, is the principal Islamic prayer facility in Durham City and is run by Durham University's Islamic Society (DUISOC). Although managed by the student society, it is relied upon by Muslim staff, students and members of the local resident community alike. Friday Jummah is held here; the society publishes the current time, which has changed over the years, so check before you travel. Because the facility does not have a full-time imam, the five daily prayers are generally not held in congregation. Entry is by a security code that changes monthly and is published on the society's Instagram (@duisoc). DUISOC also maintains a second prayer room on the University's Science Site (DH1 3LF).

Address
Behind the Dun Cow, Old Elvet, Durham DH1 3HN
Capacity
91 worshippers
Website
duisoccom.wordpress.com/
Directions
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Facilities

  • Women's prayer area
  • Wudu facilities
  • Khutbah in English

Sources & listing updates

UK Prayer Times is an independent directory. Daily start times use Muslim World League (astronomical); mosque contact details and facilities are maintained separately. A new prayer date does not mean every listing detail has been rechecked.

Visitor details
Visitor details have no recorded source check.
Mosque timetable
No official mosque timetable link is on file. The displayed start times are area calculations.

Frequently asked questions

What is Old Elvet Mosque (Durham University Islamic Society)?
Durham's principal mosque, on Old Elvet, run by Durham University Islamic Society and used by students, staff and local residents.
Where is the Durham mosque located?
It is in a red-brick building behind the Dun Cow pub on Old Elvet, Durham, DH1 3HP. Enter through the black door and follow the alley to the rear of the building.
Are the five daily prayers held in congregation?
Generally no. Because the facility does not have a full-time imam, daily prayers are usually prayed individually; the main congregational gathering is the Friday Jummah prayer.
How do I get access to the prayer room?
Both the Old Elvet mosque and the Science Site prayer room are kept locked and require an entry code that changes every month. The current code is posted on the Durham University Islamic Society Instagram account, @duisoc.
Are there facilities for women and for wudu?
Yes. The mosque has a prayer area for both men and women and provides ablution (wudu) facilities and toilets. Qur'ans and prayer mats are available on site.
Who runs the mosque?
It is run by Durham University's Islamic Society (DUISOC). While it is a student-led society, the mosque serves the wider local Muslim community as well as university staff and students.
What are the prayer times at Old Elvet Mosque (Durham University Islamic Society) today?
Durham area prayer start times for Friday, 25th September 2026: Fajr 05:14, Dhuhr 12:58, Asr 16:07, Maghrib 18:58 and Isha 20:41. Source: Muslim World League (astronomical). These are area start times, not confirmed mosque congregation times. Check the mosque’s current timetable for jama’ah and Friday prayer.
What time is Jummah (Friday prayer) at Old Elvet Mosque (Durham University Islamic Society)?
Please contact Old Elvet Mosque (Durham University Islamic Society) directly for current Jummah prayer times, as these can change seasonally.
Can non-Muslims visit Old Elvet Mosque (Durham University Islamic Society)?
Many UK mosques welcome non-Muslim visitors who wish to learn about Islam. If you plan to visit Old Elvet Mosque (Durham University Islamic Society), dress modestly and be respectful during prayer times. Contact the mosque in advance to confirm visiting arrangements.
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