Introduction

Alhamdulillah, with immense gratitude to Allah (سبحانہ وتعالی), the journey of our beloved Muslim community in Tralee is a powerful story of steadfast faith, patience, and unwavering reliance on the Most Merciful. In the late 1980s and 1990s, when our community was just beginning, we found a blessed refuge to perform our prayers within the walls of Kerry General Hospital—made possible by caring Muslim doctors and the kindness of the hospital administration, a true mercy from Allah.

As Allah’s blessings multiplied and our community grew with brothers and sisters from many walks of life, the deep yearning for a sacred, dedicated space—to worship, to unite, and to nurture our faith—became undeniable. With hearts full of tawakkul (trust in Allah) and the spirit of brotherhood, we joined hands, especially those in the medical profession, to embark on the blessed mission of establishing the Kerry Islamic Cultural Centre (KICC). This was done with full respect to the laws of this land, aiming to leave a lasting legacy of iman for generations to come.

Today, by Allah’s boundless mercy, our Masjid stands as a radiant beacon of spiritual light—a vibrant centre filled with the remembrance of Allah, knowledge, and community warmth—welcoming all who seek to grow closer to their Creator and to one another.

Masjid

How We Evolved

By the grace, guidance, and infinite mercy of Allah (سبحانہ وتعالی), the Kerry Islamic Cultural Centre was formally established as a charity in 2001. With sincere hearts and steadfast resolve, we crafted a constitution rooted in faith and responsibility. By 2003, we were blessed to secure our own space for daily prayers and the blessed Friday congregations. Recognising the sacred trust of preserving the Islamic identity of our youth, we began offering Qur’an and Islamic studies classes, nurturing the next generation to hold firm to the deen.

Alhamdulillah, through the generosity and dua of our community, and with the blessings of the County Authorities, 2007 saw us purchase and transform our first dedicated masjid—a sanctuary of prayer, unity, and spiritual growth. Yet as our community flourished, so did the numbers gathering for Jumu’ah and Eid, bursting the walls and reminding us of the growing ummah’s vibrant life and yearning for closeness to Allah.

Our journey is marked by profound milestones: humble beginnings at UHK in 1988, rented premises in 2000 to serve as our foundation, the purchase of our first dedicated masjid in 2007, the acquisition of land in 2016 to build a purpose-built masjid and madrasah, culminating in the blessed move to our new home in 2025. This path reflects the barakah of sincere intention, tireless community effort, and unshakeable faith in Allah’s plan.

Inside Masjid
Masjid Front

Community Involvement & Milestones

Allah (سبحانہ وتعالی) has blessed us abundantly through your generous donations, sincere du’as, and tireless voluntary efforts. Our new masjid and madrasah now stand as a sanctuary for the soul—a place where daily prayers, Taraweeh, weekly Tafseer, madrasah education for 140+ children, Hifz classes, youth activities, women’s learning circles, and outreach programs thrive.

  • 1988 – Began prayers at Kerry General Hospital (UHK)
  • 2000 – Rented premises for prayer and community outreach
  • 2007 – Purchased our first dedicated masjid building
  • 2016 – Acquired land for a purpose-built masjid and madrasah
  • 2025 – Moved into our beautiful new masjid, Alhamdulillah

Now, as we embark on this blessed new chapter, we humbly ask for your continued support. Help us complete the final stage of this noble project and build a legacy of iman, love, and unity in Tralee, inshaAllah.

Our Team

“Faithful believers are to each other as the bricks of a wall, supporting and reinforcing each other.” (Al-Bukhari)

Mustafa Patel
Imam
Apa
Scholar
Dr Altaf Memon
Trustee
Mohsin Rana
Treasurer
Rana Mahbub
Member
Shahid Jamil
Member
Abid Ghane
Member
Nazmul Alam
Technical Specialist

Abu Hurairah (May Allah be pleased with him) reported: The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said, "Shall I not tell you something by which Allah effaces the sins and elevates the ranks (in Jannah)." The Companions said: "Yes (please tell us), O Messenger of Allah." He said, "Performing the Wudu' properly in spite of difficult circumstances, walking with more paces to the mosque, and waiting for the next Salat (prayer) after a observing Salat; and that is Ar-Ribat, and that is Ar-Ribat."

[Muslim].

 Riyad as-Salihin 189:1059