Higham Hall in its heyday	Early colour postcard of Higham Grange	Higham Grange	Grange Farm, formerly part of the Higham Grange estate.	Hijaz College, formerly Higham Grange	Hijaz College, entrance plaque
View of the grounds	The Hall and the modern college development	Students on the lawn at Hijaz College	Football pitch at Hijaz College	Classroom at Hijaz College

In 1953 the Queen was crowned by the Archbishop of Canterbury, Geoffrey Fisher, who was born at Higham Hall, Higham on the Hill about five miles from Nuneaton. The manor of Higham was held by the Fisher family from 1790 until about 1950.

Higham Grange itself was originally built as a hunting lodge for the wealthy American banking family the Pierrepoint Morgans and at one time the stables were home of the famous horse "Spion Cop". It became the Higham Grange Rehabilitation Centre during the Second World War and was used by men of the mining industry.

Higham Grange, still stands. In the 1990s it became the Hijaz College Islamic University, and has been extensively developed during this time (see above plan).

Hijaz College Islamic University is a centre of learning which aims to become a centre of excellence that offers Muslims worldwide an opportunity to acquire the highest level of education within the intellectual dynamics and spiritual framework of Islam.

"A balanced curriculum, a well structured working day, a family atmosphere, committed staff and supportive lessons for both slow and fast students have all contributed to make Hijaz College a leading Institution in the field of education. Whilst we have a system of Ta'leem (learning), we also recognise the importance of 'Tarbiyya' (character building) and the seamless integration of these structures. We aim to deliver to our communities Islamic Scholars with a richness of knowledge in both Deen & Dunya, prepared for the challenges of the modern world. With your Duas and support, we have already been successful and will strive to continue in this success, insha Allah"

Chief Executive
Shaykh Tauqir Ishaq
BSc ACGI MSc Dip IC MICE CEng. Member of the Institute of Chartered Civil Engineers.

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In 2008 Hijaz College became home to the first sharia law court in the UK. You can read a local press article on this here.  There is a comprehensive website for Hijaz College at: www.hijaz.co.uk.