About Us

About Us

Edinburgh Central Mosque, situated at the very heart of the Scottish capital city, is Edinburgh’s main mosque and cultural centre for the resident Muslim community. It was officially opened in 1998, and has continued to serve the community in and around Edinburgh, alongside fostering warm ties of mutual understanding and integration with the wider Scottish community.

Charitable Status & Aims

The Mosque has been a registered charity since the 3rd of February 2000 (SC029809) and the objects for which it was established are:-
(1) the advancement of the religion of Islam in accordance with the tenets and doctrines of the Holy Quran and Sunnah (the practice of the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him.);(2) the advancement of the Education of Muslim children in accordance with the tenets and doctrines of Islam; and(3) the relief of such Muslims who are poor and needy.