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Rugrats Kids Fun Day Supported by Banbury Madni Masjid
Rugrats Kids Fun Day Supported by Banbury Madni Masjid

Read about the successful Rugrats Kids Fun Day supported by Banbury Madni Masjid. Families enjoyed fun, friendship, and a welcoming community event in Banbury.

Celebrating Our 5-Star Food Hygiene Rating at Umar Centre
Celebrating Our 5-Star Food Hygiene Rating at Umar Centre

Banbury Madni Masjid is proud to share some wonderful news with our local community. Both Umar Centre and the Banbury Community Fridge, which are managed by Banbury Madni Masjid, have received the highest 5-Star Food Hygiene Rating after their latest food hygiene inspections.

Parenting Workshop at Banbury Madni Masjid | Beyond the Label
Parenting Workshop at Banbury Madni Masjid | Beyond the Label

The Beyond the Label Parenting Workshop at Banbury Madni Masjid helped parents understand children's emotional wellbeing, ADHD, executive functioning, and practical parenting strategies through expert guidance from an experienced psychologist in a welcoming community setting.

Fire Marshall Training at Banbury Madni Masjid
Fire Marshall Training at Banbury Madni Masjid

The Fire Marshall Training at Banbury Madni Masjid helped staff, volunteers, and trustees develop practical fire safety skills, emergency evacuation knowledge, and confidence to protect lives and property across our community facilities.

Dementia Awareness Through Cultural Learning | Banbury Madni Masjid
Dementia Awareness Through Cultural Learning | Banbury Madni Masjid

Discover how Banbury Madni Masjid partnered with Dementia Oxfordshire to promote cultural awareness, inclusive dementia care, and stronger community support across Banbury and Oxfordshire.

Why Qurbani Matters in Islam | Banbury Madni Masjid
Why Qurbani Matters in Islam | Banbury Madni Masjid

Why Qurbani matters in Islam and how your Eid donation helps feed poor families, refugees, widows, and orphans worldwide.

Modern Learning Space & Lecture Theatre for Community | BMM
Modern Learning Space & Lecture Theatre for Community | BMM

A modern learning space and lecture theatre supporting education, youth development, and community growth in a welcoming and professional environment.

 Blooming Together | Growth, Unity & Community Hub | BMM
Blooming Together | Growth, Unity & Community Hub | BMM

The 2026 mosque transformation creating a modern space for worship, education, youth development, and stronger community unity for all.

Modern Learning Space & Community Lecture Theatre Hub | BMM
Modern Learning Space & Community Lecture Theatre Hub | BMM

Explore a modern learning space and lecture theatre designed to support education, youth development, and community unity in a welcoming environment.

Month of Rajab in Islam: Importance, Events & preparation
Month of Rajab in Islam: Importance, Events & preparation

Learn about the Month of Rajab in Islam, its importance, key events, and good deeds Muslims should do to prepare for Ramadan.

Umar Centre Opens in Banbury | Community Learning Hub | BMM
Umar Centre Opens in Banbury | Community Learning Hub | BMM

Banbury Madni Masjid opens the Umar Centre, a welcoming community hub offering education, wellbeing programmes and support for children, adults and families.

Empowering Our Community Through Culturally Sensitive Swimming Sessions
Empowering Our Community Through Culturally Sensitive Swimming Sessions

The swimming sessions welcome 55-60 participants weekly, providing a safe and comfortable environment designed with religious and cultural considerations at the forefront

Supporting Families with Surplus HelloFresh
Supporting Families with Surplus HelloFresh

We are proud to support families in need through our school’s surplus HelloFresh collection, available every Tuesday between 10–11am. This initiative ensures that perfectly good food does not go to waste, while providing families in our community with nutritious and helpful meal kits.

A Blessed Shahadah No: 03 in Rabi Ul Awwal 2025 at Banbury Madni Masjid
A Blessed Shahadah No: 03 in Rabi Ul Awwal 2025 at Banbury Madni Masjid

Banbury Madni Masjid witnessed a truly blessed moment this past Jumu’ah, during Rabi-ul-Awwal, as another brother embraced Islam. Read about this inspiring event.

My Journey to Islam: Finding Peace, Purpose, and Gratitude
My Journey to Islam: Finding Peace, Purpose, and Gratitude

Discover a personal journey of embracing Islam after years in Saudi Arabia. Learn how faith brought peace, purpose, and a deeper connection to life.

A Beautiful Moment: Welcoming Our New Brother to Islam
A Beautiful Moment: Welcoming Our New Brother to Islam

We were blessed to witness Brother Marcin embrace Islam during Rabi-ul-Awwal. Read this heartwarming story of faith, community, and spiritual transformation.

Banbury Madni Masjid's Oral Health Workshop: Bright Smiles Ahead!
Banbury Madni Masjid's Oral Health Workshop: Bright Smiles Ahead!

Banbury Madni Masjid hosts an oral health workshop for youth, focusing on brushing, flossing, gum disease prevention, and risks of smoking and vaping.

Banbury Community Fridge Wins at Cherwell Business Awards 2024
Banbury Community Fridge Wins at Cherwell Business Awards 2024

Banbury Community Fridge wins Charity & Community Award at Cherwell Business Awards 2024, celebrating local impact and resilience

Guided by Allah: A Sister's Path to Islam
Guided by Allah: A Sister's Path to Islam

A young sister shares her story of embracing Islam in 2024, guided by Allah and welcomed by Banbury Madni Masjid’s supportive community.

Patience, Trust, and Divine Will – A Reflection for Jumʼah
Patience, Trust, and Divine Will – A Reflection for Jumʼah

Discover the Islamic wisdom of patience (Sabr) and trust (Tawakkul). A Jum'ah reminder from Banbury Madni Masjid on faith, effort, and divine will.

My Journey to Islam – A Story of Friendship and Faith
My Journey to Islam – A Story of Friendship and Faith

A touching revert story of embracing Islam through friendship, faith, and support. Read how Banbury Madni Masjid played a role in this journey.

The Finality of Prophethood – A Reminder for Jumʼah
The Finality of Prophethood – A Reminder for Jumʼah

Discover the Qur’anic truth about the finality of prophethood. A Jum’ah reminder from Banbury Madni Masjid on faith, unity, and Prophet Muhammad ﷺ.

BMM Launches Exciting New Activities
BMM Launches Exciting New Activities

Banbury Madni Masjid is now offering new Sunnah-inspired sports activities in partnership with As’Sunnah Academy Madrasa.

Affordable Funeral Services by Banbury Madni Masjid
Affordable Funeral Services by Banbury Madni Masjid

Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult moments in life. During this time of grief, arranging a funeral can be emotionally overwhelming and financially challenging.

Banbury Community Fridge Creator
Banbury Community Fridge Creator

Yasmin Kaduji, from Banbury, is the founder and driving force of a community fridge project which takes unwanted food from local supermarkets and distributes it to the community.

Banbury community fridge founder honoured by Theresa May
Banbury community fridge founder honoured by Theresa May

The woman who founded a project giving away surplus food from supermarkets for free to anyone who needs it in Banbury has been honoured by Theresa May.

Banbury Mosque among community groups commended by the Queen's Office
Banbury Mosque among community groups commended by the Queen's Office

The Banbury Mosque is among several organisations commended with a letter of gratitude from the Oxfordshire representative of the Queen's Office.

Banbury Mosque commended for serving community during crisis
Banbury Mosque commended for serving community during crisis

An enterprise of this sort needs commitment, enthusiasm and focus and, of course, the ability to raise the money to finance it.

Banbury Mosque Hosts Blood Pressure Awareness Event
Banbury Mosque Hosts Blood Pressure Awareness Event

The event was hosted by the Trust’s Here for Health team, with support from the Cherwell District Council’s Move Together team and the Mosque.

Banbury Mosque Joins Every Mind Matters Campaign
Banbury Mosque Joins Every Mind Matters Campaign

Banbury Mosque have joined forces with Oxfordshire County Council to back the Public Health England’s Every Mind Matters campaign.

Banbury mosque launch a hygiene bank
Banbury mosque launch a hygiene bank

Banbury Masjid Mosque have extended their Saturday food bank service to include a hygiene bank, supplying toiletries and other hygiene products to its need tested users.

Banbury Mosque Provides Arts and Craft Packs for Primary School Children
Banbury Mosque Provides Arts and Craft Packs for Primary School Children

Volunteers with the Banbury Mosque in partnership with Cherwell District Council and Tudor Hall School have provided activity packs to primary school children in the community.

Banbury Mosque Volunteers Deliver 700+ Isolation Packs to Vulnerable
Banbury Mosque Volunteers Deliver 700+ Isolation Packs to Vulnerable

Well done to volunteers with the Banbury Mosque and the community fridge have delivered more than 700 isolation food packs to vulnerable people in our community during the COVID 19 lockdown.

Banbury Mosque Volunteers Return from Turkey Earthquake Aid Trip
Banbury Mosque Volunteers Return from Turkey Earthquake Aid Trip

A team of volunteers from the Banbury Mosque who returned from providing aid in the earthquake-hit region of Turkey said they were humbled by what they saw.

Banbury Mosque wishes everyone a happy Eid Al-Adha
Banbury Mosque wishes everyone a happy Eid Al-Adha

The Banbury Mosque celebrates Eid today Wednesday July 21.

Chandos Close Playzone Banbury
Chandos Close Playzone Banbury

Banbury Madni Masjid Opens the brand new PlayZone at Chandos Close, Banbury – a state‑of‑the‑art multisport facility opening in September 2025.

Community Games Night Success | Banbury Madni Masjid
Community Games Night Success | Banbury Madni Masjid

See how Banbury Madni Masjid's Community Games Night brought families together through fun, friendship and meaningful community connections.

COVID-19: Banbury Mosque Commended for Serving Community
COVID-19: Banbury Mosque Commended for Serving Community

Coming at a difficult time of COVID-19 pandemic, many Muslim organizations have maximized their efforts to help the vulnerable in their community, providing boxes of food essentials or hot meals.

Getting Your Blood Pressure Checked For A Healtheir Future
Getting Your Blood Pressure Checked For A Healtheir Future

More than 100 north Oxfordshire men and women are on their way to healthier living after attending a blood pressure awareness event run by Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (OUH).

Inspiring Youth Volunteering Story | Banbury Madni Masjid
Inspiring Youth Volunteering Story | Banbury Madni Masjid

Read an inspiring youth volunteering story from Banbury Madni Masjid and discover how young volunteers are making a lasting community impact.

Ladies Art Class | Umar Community Centre Banbury
Ladies Art Class | Umar Community Centre Banbury

Explore the Ladies Art Class at Umar Community Centre and enjoy creativity, friendship and personal wellbeing in a welcoming environment.

Ladies-Only Swimming in Banbury | Madni Masjid Supports Wellness
Ladies-Only Swimming in Banbury | Madni Masjid Supports Wellness

Banbury Madni Masjid welcomes new weekly ladies-only swimming sessions at Spiceball Leisure Centre, supporting privacy, health, and inclusion for local women.

Ladies Rounders at Chandos Playzone | Join the Fun | BMM
Ladies Rounders at Chandos Playzone | Join the Fun | BMM

Discover the Ladies Rounders event at Chandos Playzone, bringing women together through fitness, friendship and community at Banbury Madni Masjid.

Leader of Banbury Mosque explains impact of coronavirus on Ramadan
Leader of Banbury Mosque explains impact of coronavirus on Ramadan

This year, Ramadan begins tomorrow (Saturday April 25), and will end a month later on the evening of Saturday May 23, 2020.

Mental Health Awareness | Building Strong Communities
Mental Health Awareness | Building Strong Communities

Learn why mental health awareness matters and discover how stronger communities can support wellbeing, resilience and positive mental health.

Merton Street Banbury Mosque Visit
Merton Street Banbury Mosque Visit

On Friday 25 September I visited Banbury Mosque. I wanted to visit to thank the volunteers of Banbury Community Fridge and catch up with constituents, who have recently returned to the Mosque following coronavirus lockdown.

Mosque Art Exhibition: Dec 22-Jan 23
Mosque Art Exhibition: Dec 22-Jan 23

To celebrate the end of a successful term at The Mosque, young people's artwork from the Banbury Mosque Art Club Saturday and Thursday groups are being displayed in the new Bayt'al'Hikmah (House of Wisdom) library at the Banbury Mosque in Merton Street.

Hope Lives On: Turkey Earthquake Aid | Banbury Madni Masjid
Hope Lives On: Turkey Earthquake Aid | Banbury Madni Masjid

See how Banbury Madni Masjid volunteers returned to Turkey one year after the earthquake, delivering vital aid, meals and hope to affected families.

Mosque leaders support lockdown mental health campaign
Mosque leaders support lockdown mental health campaign

The Every Mind Matters campaign focuses on mental wellbeing as well as the four most commonly reported concerns linked to mental health – anxiety, low mood, stress and trouble sleeping. It follows a survey that revealed:

A Mother’s Role in Islamic Education & Modesty
A Mother’s Role in Islamic Education & Modesty

Discover how Banbury Madni Masjid empowers mothers to nurture faith, modesty, and dignity in daughters through Islamic education and guidance.

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