--- title: "Maidstone Churches Winter Shelter — check charity number 1156735 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Maidstone Churches Winter Shelter a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1156735. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in 6 Buckland Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/maidstone-churches-winter-shelter retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:03:53.931Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Maidstone Churches Winter Shelter is a registered charity (number 1156735) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health or saving of lives; the prevention or relief of poverty; accommodation/housing. Its latest reported income was £102,671 (year ending 2025-05-31). 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 Maidstone Churches Winter Shelter? Registered charity number 1156735 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 6 Buckland Road Latest income (year ending 2025-05-31) £102,671 Website [www.maidstoneshelter.org.uk](http://www.maidstoneshelter.org.uk/) ## What does Maidstone Churches Winter Shelter do? To provide a Winter Shelter for the homeless in Maidstone. This includes a hot meal and a social evening provided by a host of volunteers; a bed for the night and breakfast in the morning. During their stay, the Guest can obtain advice and help to find permanent housing, making contact with family members and assistance with other inter agency facilities. ## What causes is Maidstone Churches Winter Shelter registered for? The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesThe Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyAccommodation/housing ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Maidstone Churches Winter Shelter yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Maidstone Churches Winter Shelter 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=maidstone-churches-winter-shelter&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.maidstoneshelter.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Maidstone Churches Winter Shelter a legitimate charity? Yes. Maidstone Churches Winter Shelter is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1156735) 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 Maidstone Churches Winter Shelter's charity number? Maidstone Churches Winter Shelter's charity number is 1156735. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1156735? Search 1156735 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 Maidstone Churches Winter Shelter do? To provide a Winter Shelter for the homeless in Maidstone. This includes a hot meal and a social evening provided by a host of volunteers; a bed for the night and breakfast in the morning. During their stay, the Guest can obtain advice and help to find permanent housing, making contact with family members and assistance with other inter agency facilities. Does Maidstone Churches Winter Shelter have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Maidstone Churches Winter Shelter. 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 Maidstone Churches Winter Shelter? Maidstone Churches Winter Shelter's website is http://www.maidstoneshelter.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/1156735).