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Prayer, learning and community, every day of the week.
From the five daily prayers to classes, weekly talks and our weekend school, there is something happening at Kotku Mosque every day. Whether you are looking for a place to pray, a class for your children or a way to deepen your own knowledge, you are warmly welcome to join us.
Most of our talks and classes are held in Turkish. [Please ask us about sessions in English.]
Prayers at Kotku Mosque
Kotku Mosque is open for all five daily prayers, as well as the Friday (Jumu’ah) prayer every week. On both Eids, Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha, we hold Eid prayers at the mosque, and the community gathers to celebrate together.
Our weekly programmes
Tap a card for days, times and who to contact.
For everyone
Daily Dua (Evrâd-ı Şerîfe)
Every morning after the dawn prayer, we come together to recite the Dua book — a collection of chapters and verses and supplications of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). The gathering ends with the two-rak’ah Ishraq prayer. Everyone is welcome to join.
When: Every day, after Fajr · Where: Kotku Mosque · Contact: Imam Serhan Özvardar, 07448 160395
Friday Night Talks (Cuma Sohbetleri)
Every Thursday evening — the eve of Friday — we gather between the Maghrib and Isha prayers for a talk based on the hadith talks of the late Prof. Dr. Mahmud Es’ad Coşan. All are welcome.
When: Every Thursday, between Maghrib and Isha · Where: Kotku Mosque · Contact: Imam Serhan Özvardar, 07448 160395
For adults
Qur’an Study for Adults
Learn to read and understand the Qur’an, and develop your recitation step by step. Classes cover correct reading, the rules of tajweed and makharij, at a pace that suits beginners and returning learners alike.
When: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays, between Maghrib and Isha · Where: Kotku Mosque · Led by: Imam Serhan Özvardar, 07448 160395
Online Turkish Hour
Online Turkish language sessions you can join from home. [Who the sessions are for and how to join.]
When: Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 18:30–19:40 · Where: Online · Led by: Yıldırım Yılmaz, 07470 400641
For youth
İlmihal (Essentials of Islam) Classes for Youth
Part of Kotku Youth, these classes help young people aged 13 and over build a confident understanding of their faith, covering the essentials of belief, worship and good character.
When: Every Sunday, after Fajr · Where: Kotku Mosque · Led by: Imam Serhan Özvardar, 07448 160395
GCSE & A-Level Turkish
Preparation classes for students taking GCSE or A-Level Turkish, with a focus on reading comprehension, writing, grammar and exam-style practice.
When: Every Saturday, 10:00–11:30 · Where: Our Turkish classroom at the centre · Led by: Yıldırım Yılmaz, 07470 400641
For children
Qur’an and Elifba Classes for Children
Children learn the Arabic alphabet (Elifba) and go on to read the Qur’an with care and confidence, in small, friendly groups.
Qur’an: Tue & Thu 16:00–18:00, Sat 14:00–15:30 · Elifba: Wed & Fri 16:00–18:00 · Both: Sun 14:00–16:00 · Led by: Imam Serhan Özvardar, 07448 160395
Weekend School
Our weekend school gives children the chance to learn Turkish, explore Turkish culture, learn about faith and good character, and enjoy arts and social activities with their friends. Classes are grouped by age.
When: Every Sunday, 10:30–14:00 · Where: Kotku Mosque and our classrooms on site · Led by: Fatih Tüysüz, 07428 470245
Weekly timetable
Unless stated otherwise, all programmes take place at Kotku Mosque. Programmes held between the Maghrib and Isha prayers move with the prayer times through the year — please check our Prayer Times page.
Every day
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Ramadan at Kotku Mosque
Ramadan is the busiest and most special time of the year at our centre. Every evening of the month we open our doors for iftar, welcoming around 200 people to break their fast together. Everyone is welcome at our table.
Eid and blessed nights
Throughout the year we mark the important days of the Islamic calendar with special programmes. Alongside the Eid prayers, we hold gatherings on the blessed nights (kandil) of Mawlid, Raghaib, Mi’raj, Bara’ah and Qadr. Dates and times are announced in our upcoming events and on our social media.
Upcoming events
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How to join
You are welcome to simply come along to our prayers, talks and Dua gatherings. For classes and the weekend school, please get in touch first so that we can find the right group for you or your child.
Qur’an, Elifba, İlmihal and talks: Imam Serhan Özvardar, 07448 160395
Online Turkish and GCSE & A-Level Turkish: Yıldırım Yılmaz, 07470 400641
Weekend School: Fatih Tüysüz, 07428 470245