Muslimnet UK Blog

Why are the first ten days of Dhul-Hijjah considered the best days of the year? Learn about their significance, recommended acts of worship, and how to maximize your rewards before Eid al-Adha.

Discover the story of Isra and Mi'raj (The Night Journey), when Prophet Muhammad ﷺ traveled from Makkah to Jerusalem and ascended to the Heavens. Learn about the gift of Salah and the significance of Al-Aqsa.

Explore the significance of Mawlid al-Nabi (the birth of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ). Learn about its history, the traditions of sending Salawat, and how Muslims in the UK honor his life and legacy.

Discover the significance of fasting the 'White Days' (Ayyam al-Bid) - the 13th, 14th, and 15th of each Islamic month. Learn about the rewards, scientific benefits, and how to start this beautiful Sunnah.

Discover the significance of Allah's 99 beautiful names (Asmaul Husna) and how learning them deepens your connection to Islam.

Discover the Islamic lunar calendar and learn which days are significant for fasting, charity, and worship throughout the year.

Discover how Muslimnet's mosque directory, 99 Names of Allah app, and Islamic calendar work together to support your daily spiritual life.

Follow my personal journey as I verify and update every single mosque listing in our UK directory. Learn how you can help ensure our data is the most accurate and support this community project.

Learn why Muslimnet UK charges a small £5 fee to add or edit mosque listings, and how this helps maintain the most accurate UK mosque directory.

Discover why the Day of Arafah (9th Dhul Hijjah) is considered the best day of the year in Islam, the immense rewards of fasting, and how UK Muslims observe this blessed day.

Learn about Laylatul Qadr (The Night of Power), the greatest night in Islam, when and how to seek it during Ramadan, and the special acts of worship recommended for UK Muslims.

Discover the profound significance of the Day of Ashura (10th Muharram) in Islam, including recommended fasting practices, historical events, and how UK Muslims observe this sacred day.

Why the best Halal food is often found right next to the mosque.

How apps, screens, and streaming are modernising the mosque experience.

Exploring the massive economic impact of Muslim charitable giving (Zakat) in the UK.

A tour of the most beautiful and architectural significant Islamic buildings in the UK.

From long summer fasts to bustling food streets, here is what makes Ramadan in the UK a unique and spiritual experience.

Modern mosques are reviving their traditional role as centres of community welfare, education, and social support.

How facilities for women in UK mosques have evolved from afterthought converted rooms to purpose-built inclusive spaces.

Understanding the spiritual and social significance of Jumu'ah, the Friday congregational prayer in Islam.

A friendly guide on what to expect when visiting a mosque for the first time, whether you are Muslim or a guest.

Discover the fascinating history of the first mosques in the United Kingdom, from Woking to Liverpool, and how they shaped British Islam.

A guide to why 'mosque near me' is such a common search and how to quickly find a mosque wherever you are.

Learn about the vision behind Muslimnet UK's mosque directory: up-to-date, community-driven, and aiming for global reach.

Learn how contributing mosque data is a form of Sadaqah Jariyah—an ongoing charity that multiplies your reward every time someone benefits.