--- title: "Hindu Cultural Society — check charity number 516936 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Hindu Cultural Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 516936. General Charitable Purposes charity based in 115 Keelings Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/hindu-cultural-society-2 retrieved: 2026-08-24T09:59:28.914Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Hindu Cultural Society is a registered charity (number 516936) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; the advancement of health or saving of lives; religious activities. Its latest reported income was £99,443 (year ending 2024-12-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Hindu Cultural Society? Registered charity number 516936 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location 115 Keelings Road Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £99,443 Website [www.stokehindutemple.org.uk](http://www.stokehindutemple.org.uk/) ## What does Hindu Cultural Society do? We organise cultural and religious events, with occasional talks on Hindu philosophy for the Asian community, especially elderly folks who mostly live a very deprived and isolated life. We also arrange "tabla classes" and yoga sessions for our younger group.Offer cultural activities to Hindu Community, promote equality and diversity, organise Diwali cultural celebrations for Stoke City Council. ## What causes is Hindu Cultural Society registered for? General Charitable PurposesThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Hindu Cultural Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Hindu Cultural Society is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=hindu-cultural-society-2&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.stokehindutemple.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Hindu Cultural Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Hindu Cultural Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 516936) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Hindu Cultural Society's charity number? Hindu Cultural Society's charity number is 516936. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 516936? Search 516936 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Hindu Cultural Society do? We organise cultural and religious events, with occasional talks on Hindu philosophy for the Asian community, especially elderly folks who mostly live a very deprived and isolated life. We also arrange "tabla classes" and yoga sessions for our younger group.Offer cultural activities to Hindu Community, promote equality and diversity, organise Diwali cultural celebrations for Stoke City Council. Does Hindu Cultural Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Hindu Cultural Society. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Hindu Cultural Society? Hindu Cultural Society's website is http://www.stokehindutemple.org.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/516936).