--- title: "Samaritans of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle — check charity number 1173572 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Samaritans of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1173572. Education/training charity based in 15 Chapel Lane. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/samaritans-of-stoke-on-trent-and-newcastle retrieved: 2026-08-23T07:13:09.944Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Samaritans of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle is a registered charity (number 1173572) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £66,196 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Samaritans of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle? Registered charity number 1173572 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 15 Chapel Lane Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £66,196 Website [Samaritans.org/stoke](http://samaritans.org/stoke) ## What does Samaritans of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle do? THE MAIN OBJECTIVE OF SAMARITANS OF STOKE & NEWCASTLE IS TO REDUCE THE INCIDENCE OF DEATH BY SUICIDE BUT WE ALSO SUPPORT ANYONE IN DISTRESS OF ANY KIND. SAMARITANS PROVIDE A 24/7 SUPPORT SERVICE TO ANYONE DISTRESSED OR IN DESPAIR BY A FREEPHONE TELEPHONE LINE, E-MAIL AND TEXT, AND OUR BRANCH IS OPEN FOR FACE TO FACE VISITS. WE ARE ALSO COMMITTED TO LOCAL OUTREACH WORK TO MAKE OUR SERVICE KNOWN. ## What causes is Samaritans of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle registered for? Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Samaritans of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Samaritans of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle 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=samaritans-of-stoke-on-trent-and-newcastle&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://samaritans.org/stoke) ## Frequently asked questions Is Samaritans of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle a legitimate charity? Yes. Samaritans of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1173572) 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 Samaritans of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle's charity number? Samaritans of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle's charity number is 1173572. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1173572? Search 1173572 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 Samaritans of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle do? THE MAIN OBJECTIVE OF SAMARITANS OF STOKE & NEWCASTLE IS TO REDUCE THE INCIDENCE OF DEATH BY SUICIDE BUT WE ALSO SUPPORT ANYONE IN DISTRESS OF ANY KIND. SAMARITANS PROVIDE A 24/7 SUPPORT SERVICE TO ANYONE DISTRESSED OR IN DESPAIR BY A FREEPHONE TELEPHONE LINE, E-MAIL AND TEXT, AND OUR BRANCH IS OPEN FOR FACE TO FACE VISITS. WE ARE ALSO COMMITTED TO LOCAL OUTREACH WORK TO MAKE OUR SERVICE KNOWN. Does Samaritans of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Samaritans of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle. 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 Samaritans of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle? Samaritans of Stoke-on-Trent and Newcastle's website is http://Samaritans.org/stoke — 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/1173572).