A few years ago, I heard that they were building the largest mosque in Europe right here in London.
I thought no more of it after that, but a few months ago I decided to look it up and found out that it was located no more than 4 miles away from my house!
It turns out that it is in fact the largest mosque in Western Europe
I'll be deeply honest, Morden is not a pretty place. It's a little bit like Tooting but without the intensity.
The Baitul Futuh is located just on the outskirts of Morden near Morden South train station and it really is a strange site to witness.
The building incorporates much of the structure of the old dairy factory it is built upon and certain parts really look like a factory from the outside.
I entered the gates at the front of the building and asked if I could have a look around.
The staff were more than happy to give me a guided tour of the area, and let me take a few photos of the exterior too.
The great hall inside can take up to 4,500 people at a time and it's incredibly beautiful. Unfortunately I couldn't take photos of the interior but the exterior has some great sites too.
Upon leaving the mosque I was told I should come and witness prayer time when I am next in Morden.
I might just do that.
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