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title: "Shepherds Dene — check charity number 1138224 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Shepherds Dene a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1138224. Education/training charity based in Slaley Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/shepherds-dene
retrieved: 2026-08-24T07:09:13.492Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Shepherds Dene is a registered charity (number 1138224) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; religious activities. Its latest reported income was £603,348 (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 Shepherds Dene?

Registered charity number

1138224

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Charitable company

Location

Slaley Road

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£603,348

Website

[www.shepherdsdene.org](http://www.shepherdsdene.org/)

## What does Shepherds Dene do?

To advance the Christian religion by the provision of a house of retreat, primarily but not exclusively for members of the Churchof England who are resident in the Dioceses of Newcastle and Durham, which may also be used for any other charitable purpose which in the opinion of the trustee will maintain and strengthen the religious and educational life of its users.

## What causes is Shepherds Dene registered for?

Education/trainingReligious Activities

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Shepherds Dene yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Shepherds Dene 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)

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Shepherds Dene a legitimate charity?

Yes. Shepherds Dene is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1138224) 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 Shepherds Dene's charity number?

Shepherds Dene's charity number is 1138224. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1138224?

Search 1138224 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 Shepherds Dene do?

To advance the Christian religion by the provision of a house of retreat, primarily but not exclusively for members of the Churchof England who are resident in the Dioceses of Newcastle and Durham, which may also be used for any other charitable purpose which in the opinion of the trustee will maintain and strengthen the religious and educational life of its users.

Does Shepherds Dene have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Shepherds Dene. 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 Shepherds Dene?

Shepherds Dene's website is http://www.shepherdsdene.org — 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/1138224).