--- title: "Kent Orthodox Monastery — check charity number 1212021 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Kent Orthodox Monastery a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1212021. Religious Activities charity based in Canterbury. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/kent-orthodox-monastery retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:50:39.670Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Kent Orthodox Monastery is a registered charity (number 1212021) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: religious activities. 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 Kent Orthodox Monastery? Registered charity number 1212021 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Canterbury Website [kentmonastery.co.uk](http://kentmonastery.co.uk/) ## What does Kent Orthodox Monastery do? Kent Orthodox Monastery advances the Orthodox Christian faith by establishing a Romanian Orthodox monastery in the UK. It provides public worship, religious education, pastoral support, cultural activities, and community outreach. The charity promotes wellbeing, social integration, relief of hardship, and Romanian culture, while welcoming people of all backgrounds. ## What causes is Kent Orthodox Monastery registered for? Religious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Kent Orthodox Monastery yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Kent Orthodox Monastery 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=kent-orthodox-monastery&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://kentmonastery.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Kent Orthodox Monastery a legitimate charity? Yes. Kent Orthodox Monastery is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1212021) 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 Kent Orthodox Monastery's charity number? Kent Orthodox Monastery's charity number is 1212021. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1212021? Search 1212021 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 Kent Orthodox Monastery do? Kent Orthodox Monastery advances the Orthodox Christian faith by establishing a Romanian Orthodox monastery in the UK. It provides public worship, religious education, pastoral support, cultural activities, and community outreach. The charity promotes wellbeing, social integration, relief of hardship, and Romanian culture, while welcoming people of all backgrounds. Does Kent Orthodox Monastery have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Kent Orthodox Monastery. 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 Kent Orthodox Monastery? Kent Orthodox Monastery's website is http://kentmonastery.co.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/1212021).