BMHC Newsletter Issue 13 - March 2016

BMHCNEWSLETTER MARCH 2016 / ISSUE 13 Reg. Charity No. 1110104

BMHC COMMUNITY LAUNCH OF THE STORIES OF

SACRIFICE EXHIBITION EID UL ADHA EID FESTIVAL MARQUEE HERITAGE MATRIMONIAL SERVICE HERITAGE OPEN DAY HEALTH AND FITNESS ACTIVITIES MEN’S THAI-BOXING CLASSES WOMEN’S FITNESS CLASSES ARCHERY AT THE BMHC YOUTH ACTIVITIES AT THE BMHC: SCOUTS AT THE BMHC GIRLS YOUTH ACTIVITIES BY

SHINE ROHINGYA AWARENESS JUMM’A AT THE AT THE BMHC

BMHC ACADEMY SCHOOL VISIT BUSINESS SEMINAR HEALTH SEMINAR ARMISTICE DAY CALLIGRAPHY NADWI UK: LIFE OF JESUS (ISA)

The new Stories Of Sacrifice Exhibition at the BMHC

BEACON INSTITUTES RASHID

COURSE GCSE ISLAMIC STUDIES CLASS

BMHC DEVELOPMENT BMHC STRATEGY

LAUNCH OF THE STORIES OF SACRIFICE EXHIBITION Friday 15th January 2016 saw the official opening of the ‘Stories of Sacrifice’ exhibition, dedicated to the bravery and sacrifice of hundreds of thousands of Muslim soldiers who fought for Britain during World War One (WW1).

HERITAGE RADIO

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BMHC ENTERPRISE HERITAGE COFFEE STUDIO VENUE FOR HIRE

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“Oh mankind! We created you from a single (pair) of a male and a female, and made you into nations and tribes, that you may know each other...” - Quran 49:13

BMHC COMMUNITY

TIMETABLE & EVENTS

Scouts Beavers Group

WEEKLY EVENTS MONTHLY EVENTS  Al-Huda Urdu & English Tafseer Classes 07866 313 010 / alhudamanchester@gmail.com

 Heritage Arts Workshops Usually last Saturday of every month

 European Academy of Quranic Studies (EAQS) 0793 991 9872 / events@eaqs.org / www.eaqs.org

 Free Business Start-up workshops Starting May 2016

 GCSE RE (Islamic Studies) One academic year course. administrator@bmhc.org.uk

BI-MONTHLY EVENTS

 Scouts For Boys And Girls 07415 387 400 / waqas.qadir@bmhcscouts.org.uk  Thai Boxing Class for Men & Boys Qualified instructors. Children £2/session, Adults £3/session.

 Heritage Matrimonial Service www.heritagematrimonials.co.uk

ANNUAL EVENTS  Launch of Sultan of Science Exhibition (TBC)  Launch of Heritage Radio June 2016

 Girls Youth Activities admin@youth-shine.org.uk

 Ramadhan 6th June 2016 (TBC)

 Archery Club Every Sunday / administrator@bmhc.org.uk

 Eid Festival 9th & 10th July 2016

 Qur’an and Islamic Classes www.tajweed.org.uk

 Eid Ul Fitr 6th July 2016 (TBC)

EXHIBITIONS  Stories of Sacrifice  House of Wisdom (TBC)

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Scouts Cubs Group

Archery Club

Al-Huda: English Tafseer Class

Thai Boxing Class

Al-Huda: English Tafseer Class

SUN

Girls Only Study Circle/Youth Club

Jumm'a

Al-Huda: English Tafseer Class

SAT

Al-Huda: Urdu Tafseer Class

FRI

Al-Huda: English Tafseer Class

THUR

Al-Huda: Urdu Tafseer Class

Al-Huda: English Tafseer Class

WED

Al-Huda: Urdu Tafseer Class

TUES

GCSE: Islamic Studies

MON 09:00 09:30 10:00 10:30 11:00 11:30 12:00 12:30 13:00 13:30 14:00 14:30 15:00 15:30 16:00 16:30 17:00 17:30 18:00 18:30 19:00 19:30 20:00 20:30 21:00 21:30

BMHC COMMUNITY

LAUNCH OF THE STORIES OF SACRIFICE EXHIBITION CONTINUED FROM FRONT PAGE From recruitment to burial, the exhibition developed by the British Muslim Heritage Centre (BMHC) and part funded by the Community Covenant, gives an insight into the selfless sacrifice of Muslim soldiers, who valiantly fought for the freedoms and privileges that we take for granted in Great Britain today.

Greater Manchester’s Lord Lieutenant Warren Smith officially opened the exhibition during the exclusive Annual Gala Dinner at the BMHC.

It is a little known fact that 20% of British Empire recruits were actually Muslims. What an unbelievable commitment

Complete with a virtual library, lesson plans and a toolkit

and sacrifice. We British owe a lot to these forgotten

for schools, this exhibition is the first long-term exhibition

heroes.

of its kind, devoted solely to exemplifying the Muslim community’s contribution and sacrifices during WW1.

At a time when the Muslim Community is continually in the media spotlight, with some in society calling into

Located in the heart of a diverse and developing

question their loyalty to ‘British values’ and to the British

Manchester, it will provide a stimulating platform from

way of life, this initiative will go a long way to finding

which to discuss and celebrate Muslim identity, belonging

some tough but common ground.

and contribution, not only to the region, but to the United Kingdom as a whole.

EXHIBITION OPENING TIMES Monday to Thursday | 10:30am – 5:00pm

400,000 Muslim Soldiers from India fought for Britain

Friday | 10:30am – 12:30pm and 2:30pm – 5:00pm

in WW1, in addition to a further 280,000 Algerians,

Saturday | 11:30am – 4:00pm

Moroccans and Tunisians who fought for the allies. At

Sunday | 11:30am – 4:00pm

least 89,000 Muslims were recorded as having given their lives for this country

www.storiesofsacrifice.org.uk

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REGISTERED CHARITY NO. 1110104 COLLEGE ROAD, WHALLEY RANGE, MANCHESTER, M16 8BP WWW.BMHC.ORG.UK

BMHC COMMUNITY

EID UL ADHA

EID FESTIVAL MARQUEE

Eid-Al-Adha was on Tuesday 22nd 2015. Families

To support the victims of the Syrian Refugee Crisis

attended the two Eid prayers at the BMHC en mass.

the British Muslim Heritage Centre in partnership with

Around 4,000 people attended the two Eid prayers

Islamic Relief UK organised Eid Fun on Saturday 26th

which took place in our new marquee and in the main

September 2016.

building.

The fun packed family day included attractions such as: barbeque, fairground rides, stalls and food and more.

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BMHC COMMUNITY

HERITAGE MATRIMONIAL SERVICE Are you looking to get married, or do you know

It will be an opportunity to invite suitable candidates of

someone who would like 2016 to be the year that they

your choice, for a chaperoned meeting in the magnificent

find their soul mate and life partner, for both this life

buildings at the BMHC, on selected and advertised dates.

and the hereafter inshaAllah?

We will ensure you are well looked after at the events, and The BMHC has alhamdulillah developed its marriage

any queries will be handled sensitively and discreetly.

introduction service, that will inshaAllah provide an opportunity for aspiring couples to meet in an Islamic

All information on clients is carefully monitored and there

environment. With the help of our excellent volunteers,

will be an opportunity to speak directly to a member of

our first event in early 2014 was a great success.

the Heritage Matrimonials team on the phone.

Register with Heritage Matrimonials today:

Our Next Event will be held on Saturday 21stw May

www.heritagematrimonials.co.uk

2016, 6:15pm, British Muslim Heritage Centre

HERITAGE OPEN DAY

GIRLS YOUTH ACTIVITIES BY SHINE

Heritage Open Days are a four-day festival celebrating England's local history and giving access to

Youth-SHINE organise fun-filled evening sessions

thousands of places usually closed to the public. It is

for girls every Friday, 6.30-9pm at the British Muslim

England’s biggest heritage festival involving 40,000

Heritage Centre.

volunteers.

Youth-SHINE offers a dynamic Islamic social and This year the British

educational environment with fun and enjoyment at its

Muslim Heritage

heart.

Centre took part in the

As this year marks the first-ever intake of college

festival and encouraged

aged girls there will be separate programs for both the

members of the public

younger and older age ranges.

come and visit the

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Centre on Sunday

Please contact admin@youth-shine.org.uk or call

13th September 2015.

07754 867573

BMHC COMMUNITY

MALE ONLY KICK-BOXING CLASSES Every Sunday 11:00am - 12:00pm. Loose comfortable clothing and sensible footwear are required For further details contact the BMHC on 0161 881 8062, or email administrator@bmhc.org.uk.

LADIES FITNESS CLASSES Bootcamp Fitness Class: Every Thursday 6:30pm – 7:15pm Core Conditioning Class: Every Thursday 7:30pm – 8:00pm Loose comfortable clothing and sensible footwear are required.

For further details contact the BMHC on 0161 881 8062, or email administrator@bmhc.org.uk.

ARCHERY AT THE BMHC The British Muslim Heritage Centre has teamed up with Archery GB and is in the process of setting up an Archery Club. A Taster Session was organised and delivered by two professionally qualified and experienced Archery Instructors on Saturday 7th November 2015.

The aim of the session was to provide an opportunity for attendees to get a feel of archery and hopefully help to decide to join the Archery Club at the BMHC. So far the British Muslim Heritage Centre has organised two 6 weeks beginners children aged 8 to 16 years old and two 6 weeks beginners courses for over 16s adults.

After completing the 6 weeks beginners’ course which is certified by Archery GB, the certified individual can join any Archery club in England. The next round of beginners’ course for children and adults will be available from the end of May 2016.

For more information about registering for the 6 weeks beginners’ courses or to volunteer to help run the Archery Club at the BMHC please call 0161 881 8062, or email administrator@bmhc.org.uk.

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ONE OF ONLY A FEW EXHIBITIONS EVER DEVOTED TO THIS SUBJECT

100 UNTOLD STORIES OF SACRIFICE EXHIBITION A recent ICM survey revealed that only 2% of the British public

As one of the only exhibitions ever devoted to this subject

were aware of the extent of contribution of Muslims to World

entirely, it can only be beneficial for the public to understand

War One (WW1). Given the current political and social climate

the sacrifices that were made by Muslims during the Great

around the UK and Europe, and with the centenary memorials

War and for today’s British Muslims themselves to be aware

well underway and set to continue for the next few years,

of the historical significance which can help with their identity

the British Muslim Heritage Centre (BMHC) has been at work

living in modern Britain.

researching and documenting Muslim stories from WW1.

The Stories of Sacrifice project will include:

Military historian Major Gordon Corrigan has asserted;

1 Exhibition at the BMHC open 7 days a week

“The Punjabi Musselman (Muslims) was regarded as the

2 Dedicated website (http://www.storiesofsacrifice.org.uk)

backbone of the old Indian army, and constituted about a third of the British Indian Army.”

To underscore the prevalence of Muslims in the Indian

3 Regular workshops at the BMHC 4 Smaller itinerant exhibition for Schools and Community Centres

army, a cursory search of the Commonwealth War Graves

The exhibition is also an opportunity to put wider perspective

Commission web site (www.cwgc.org) for the name

on WW1 and its impact on the world, particularly the present

“Muhammad” elicits, “There are too many results, and the

day Middle East.

top 1001 are displayed.”

For further details contact the BMHC on 0161 881 8062,

While there are hundreds of thousands of individual stories,

email administrator@bmhc.org.uk, or visit our website at

the ICM survey confirms that the basic contexts, numbers,

www.storiesofsacrifice.org.uk.

theatres and experiences of the war, particularly in relation to Muslims, need to be documented for the public.

8 Indian Army Lancers charging, 1916 All images courtesy of National Army Museum.

8th Cavalry at Marseilles, November 1914

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“The Punjabi Musselman (Muslims) was regarded as the backbone of the old Indian army, and constituted about a third of the British Indian Army.” (Military historian Major Gordon Corrigan)

HE MUSLIM CONTRIBUTION 2% of British people are aware of the Muslim contribution to World War 1 At least

1,500,000

73,895

Indians served in WW1

Indians died in WW1

At least

At least

400,000

280,000

of whom were Muslim

Algerians, Moroccans and Tunisians fought for the Allies in WW1

At least

34,000

Arabs died fighting for the Allies in WW1

At least

£479,000,000 (million)

Muslims died fighting for Britain in WW1

£20,000,000,000 (billion)

India’s financial and material contribution to WW1 which today would be around

89,000

60%

British Empire recruits from India

3,691,836 TONNES

taking inflation into consideration

60%

Punjabis in the British Indian Army

of supplies shipped from India

20%

British Empire recruits were Muslim

172,815 ANIMALS shipped from India

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BMHC COMMUNITY

BMHC SCOUTS GROUP Do you have children aged 8 to 14 years who are interested in Scouting?

After more than a year of running Scout sessions for children aged 6 to 10.5 years, we have started two new sections for children aged 10.5 to 14 years. We also have openings in our ‘Cubs’ section for children aged 8 to 10.5 years. The ‘Cubs’ session runs every Sunday during school terms from 9:15 to 10:45.

There is a cost of £30 annual membership fee and £20 The new ‘Scouts’ section will have separate sessions

termly subscription fee per child. Please take note of the

for boys (lead by male volunteers) and girls (lead by

session days and times before contacting:

female volunteers), although both will follow the same

CUBS (8 to 10 years): Sunday, 9:15-10:45

programme of activities to ensure equal opportunity.

SCOUTS (10.5 to 14 years): Saturday, 9:1511:00 (starting on 30 January)

Both the boys’ and girls’ sessions will run simultaneously every Saturday from 9:15 to 11:00. So if you have children aged 8 to 14 years who are interested in Scouting, we would advise that you contact us as soon as possible.

Enrolment is on a first come, first served basis.

ROHINGYA AWARENESS A conference entitled ‘ Rohingya – The Forgotten People’ was jointly organised by the Community Safety Forum, the British Muslim Heritage Centre and various other organisations.

The objective of this event is to focus attention on the ethnic cleansing that has been unfolding in Burma. Sadly it appears the world has been silent on this issue, the scale of the disaster has been recently highlight after boats packed with refugees fleeing persecution were turned away from various country’s borders.

The event bought together politicians, faith and community leaders, social activists and members from all communities including those of Myanmar (Burmese) background. The conference took place on Friday 6th November 2015. Speakers at the event include Kyaw Win, Tun Kin, Yasmin Qureshi MP, Jim Battle of the

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GMPCC and Saima Alvi and others.

To find out more, or to register your child(ren), contact Waqas on 07415 387400 or waqas.qadir@bmhcscouts.org.uk.

BMHC ACADEMY

GCSE ISLAMIC CLASS

ART OF PAPER CUTTING

The British Muslim Heritage Centre (BMHC) organised

The Art of Papercutting and card making workshop

a presentation evening for the 50 students who took

with Maryam Golubeva was organised by the British

their GCSE Religions Studies (Islamic Studies) at the

Muslim Heritage Centre (BMHC) on Saturday 26th

BMHC in the Academic year 2014/15.

September 2016.

All students did very well once again. 100% of the

Participants of the

students gained A* - C grades and over 70% gained

workshop learnt how to

the top grades of A* or A.

create beautiful patterns and designs for cards

Currently there are over 60 new students studying

using just simple

GCSE Religions Studies (Islamic Studies) at the

manicure scissors.

BMHC for the academic year 2015/16.

BUSINESS SEMINARS Do you want to truly empower your idea or add a new dimension to your existing business?

A Seminar On

How to create a Business plan ir Mohammed Shab Presented By Mrioner across 3 continents) (A business practit

We will unlock the true potential of your business and bring down any barriers to the growth of your business. We will also challenge your idea and put it to the test to check its viability, and give you the analysis of its chances of success.

The British Muslim Heritage Centre (BMHC) organised a business seminar Wednesday 16th March 2016. The seminar was presented by Mohammed Shabir who is a retired business practitioner across 3 continents.

power Do you want to truly emens ion to your idea or add a new dim your existing business? ial of your business and ss.

We will unlock the true potent to the growth of your busine bring down any barriers and put it to the test idea your nge We will also challe the analysis you give and ty, viabili to check its s. of its chances of succes

Being a small UK business in thehout wit is tough but n a Business Pla r ghe tou n eve

Got an idea?

Want to improve your odds for success?

gistration is £5 via Entry on the day is £10. Pre-re ventbrite.co.uk nar.e www.business-plan-semi TER, M16 8BP  WWW.BMHC.ORG.UK

Regular business seminars are planned to start from May 2016. For further details contact the BMHC on 0161 881 8062, or email administrator@bmhc.org.uk

Wednesday 16th March 2016 11:00am - 4.00pm @ The BMHC

REGISTERED CHARITY NO.

1110104  COLLEGE ROAD,

WHALLEY RANGE, MANCHES

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HEALTH SEMINAR WITH DR R CHATTERJEE The British Muslim Heritage Centre (BMHC) organised a seminar on Health on Wednesday 9th March 2016 . Topics included; How to supercharge your health, Cancer, Diabetes, Blood Pressure, Cholesterol and Cardiovascular Disease, plus Dr R Chatterjee From the BBC’s “Doctor in the House” gave a presentation on leaky gut and how to control diabetes.

Regular Health seminars are planned to start from May 2016.

For further details contact the BMHC on 0161 881 8062, or email administrator@bmhc.org.uk.

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BMHC ACADEMY

8 WEEK CALLIGRAPHY COURSE START

SCHOOL VISITS The British Muslim Heritage Centre (BMHC)

Following the success of the previous individual

regularly receives visits from Schools, Colleges and

workshops the British Muslim Heritage Centre

Universities. With the ‘Stories of Sacrifice’ now open

organised a 8 weeks course for amateurs and anyone

to the public the BMHC is receiving and increased

interested in Arabic calligraphy with the supervision of

number of request to come and visit the Centre.

the calligrapher Mr Ghulam Farid Rafiq.

Recently we’ve hosted students from: The course was a comprehensive course exploring one of the main Arabic calligraphy style the Thuluth.

The main objectives of the workshop:

St Hilda’s CoE Primary School Altrincham Grammar School Xaverian College

Reflect upon the beauty of Arabic Lettering.

Manchester Metropolitan University

To be introduced the techniques of writing, tools

University of Central Lancashire

and the materials related to calligraphy.

Define of the usages of Arabic Calligraphy as a

ST BEDE'S VISIT

modern art form and the role of calligraphy in

Shafiq Siddiq from the British Muslim Heritage Centre

contemporary design.

visited St Bede’s College to talk to students of Prep

Briefly look at the development of calligraphy through history, and discuss proposed methods for future development.

Study and experiment with the existing and extinct types of Arabic calligraphy.

Explore closely one of the main Arabic Calligraphy style the Thuluth.

1 and Prep 2 about the history of Islam, about how Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) was visited by Angel Jibril and from these visits Islam was born and the Qur’an came into being.

The students learnt the meaning of Islam is PEACE. They discussed the Five Pillars of Islam and saw images of amazing Mosques from around the world, especially in Mecca and Medina where Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) is buried. The children were able to ask questions and interacted with Shafiq Siddiq.

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BMHC ACADEMY

NADWI UK: LIFE, LEGACY AND RETURN OF PROPHET JESUS (ISA)

BEACON INSTITUTE RASHID COURSE The British Muslim Heritage Centre (BMHC) in

The British Muslim Heritage Centre (BMHC) hosted

partnership with the BEACON institute launched the

Sheikh Dr Mohamed Akram Nadwi on Sunday 13th

Rashid Course at the BMHC in November 2014.

December 2015 to deliver a full day course on the

The course is designed for those wishing to develop

Life, Legacy and Return of Prophet Jesus (Isa) (AS).

their fundamental understanding of Islam, gain practical knowledge to practice and to disseminate

The course covered the following topics:

to others. Students will go through a structured course on a part-time basis, consisting of 12 weekend

A historical background on the time in which Isa (AS) was sent.

The religious aspects that were neglected by the

modules over 2 years. The course is designed to fit around other commitments such as full time education or employment commitment.

Children of Israel.

The miraculous birth of Isa (AS) and the purpose behind sending a fatherless messenger.

The impact of Isa (AS) first words as a newborn and the core of his message.

The ascension of Prophet Isa (AS) and his return

There are two primary objectives of the course are: Learning about Islam – To equip all participants with basic knowledge of Islam.

Teach your religion – To enable interested individuals to teach the basics of Islam.

on the Day of Judgement.

The lessons we can take from the life of Isa (AS) and their relevance on our lives today.

Register now at www.nadwiuk.com

For further information and to enquire about joining the Rashid Course, please visit our website, call 0203 743 9350 or email admin@ beaconinstitute.co.uk.

ARMISTICE DAY Armistice Day on the 11th of November marks the armistice signed by the Allies of World War I (WWI) and Germany at Compiegne, France, for the cessation of hostilities on the Western Front of WWI. However, it is important to note that hostilities continued in other regions of the world, especially across parts of the old Ottoman Empire where many more thousands (mostly Muslims) perished.

On Armistice Day 2015, the British Muslim Heritage Centre (BMHC) organised a full day work shop at Manchester Islamic High School for Girls (MIHSG).

Students and teachers were encouraged to conduct research within their own families and document any

Using the research conducted by teachers and students a

stories of involvement in WW1.

mini exhibition was created by the students at the School.

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BMHC DEVELOPMENT

BMHC STRATEGY OUR VISION FOR BMHC

OUR VISION FOR BMHC

OUR OFFER

A centre of excellence,

Developing pioneering

 A welcoming environment

celebrating the rich and diverse

initiatives that promote the

Muslim heritage, inspiring

rich and diverse Muslim

all communities to embrace

heritage and making it

diversity and be instrumental in

accessibale to all.

 A learning environment  Outreach  Partnership  Centre of expertise

shaping a cohesive society.

Our aspiration is of a Centre “celebrating Islam’s rich

The BMHC will only achieve these aspirations with your

and diverse heritage, inspiring all communities to

help through the following:

embrace diversity and be instrumental in the shaping of a cohesive society”. We remain committed to the following principles: 1 The BMHC will be a centre for all communities

Muslims and non-Muslims.

2 We will strive to provide a welcoming environment for

BMHC scheme.

 We are always looking for dedicated volunteers.  You can donate to the ongoing work directly to the

BMHC bank account: Royal Bank of Scotland, Withington Branch

all, and work in partnership for the common good.

3 In focusing on Muslim heritage we mean: Muslim

 We invite you to become a member of the Friends of

history and contribution to human civilisation.

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launches and other similar events

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BMHC ENTERPRISE

HERITAGE RADIO

HERITAGE COFFEE STUDIO

Heritage Radio is coming soon from the British Muslim Heritage Centre, covering Manchester and the North West broadcasting 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Covering News, Entertainment, Current Affairs, Arts, Culture and Muslim Heritage. Tune in to 1602am soon!

WE WANT YOU! Do you want to say something that needs to be heard? Do you think you have what it takes to make a difference? Are you creative but not sure what to do with your talent?

If the answer is ‘Yes’, The British Muslim Heritage Centre wants you!! This could be your path to a career in media and broadcasting.

We are looking for enthusiastic people to be a part of our new and exciting team of: Broadcasters, Journalists, Scriptwriters, Voice-over Artists, Producers, Web Designers, Technicians, Sales and Admin Staff. If you want to be a part of this exciting new team, please email a CV with a covering letter or a small recording to anjum.rafiq@bmhc.org.uk.

The British Muslim Heritage Centre (BMHC) is excited to announce that the Heritage Coffee Studio and BMHC Gift Shop are in the process of opening. It will provide a comfortable and welcoming environment in which the centre’s visitors can stop and take some time out to enjoy a hot drink and sweet treat whilst browsing the gifts and Islamic wares on offer.

Starting small, the shop currently stocks books for adults and children, Islamic educational resources, HMC halal sweets, Palestinian fair-trade products and BMHC souvenir items, but the range of merchandise on offer will grow as the shop becomes more established.

Please come and have a look around if you are passing by, the shop currently opens on Fridays after prayer and main event days. We look forward to seeing you.

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BMHC ENTERPRISE

VENUE FOR HIRE The Marquee is an impressive, modern, purpose built structure, set amidst the stunning backdrop of the BMHC a unique Grade II* listed building, enveloped within eight acres of greenery.

With the ability to accommodate banqueting for over 600 people, the option of sectioning-off the marquee into smaller segments for privacy and/or a smaller event is another feature we are able to offer.

The Marquee is provisioned to cater for a variety of events all year round – 365 days of the year. This exciting new space aims to be the ideal location for:  Weddings  Conferences/Seminars  Charitable Events/Fundraising  Private Events  Exhibitions  Special Occasions Our event management team offer their bespoke services to assist the planning of your event, giving you the opportunity to personalise your event.

Please contact our Events Team on 0161 881 8062 / 07587 212 123 or by email: events@bmhc.org.uk

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