--- title: "Shura Trust — check charity number 1203289 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Shura Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1203289. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Leicester. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/shura-trust-2 retrieved: 2026-08-24T11:10:31.857Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Shura Trust is a registered charity (number 1203289) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; 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 Shura Trust? Registered charity number 1203289 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Leicester Website [www.shuratrust.org](http://www.shuratrust.org/) ## What does Shura Trust do? To advance the understanding of the true Muslim faith which stands for an inclusive and peaceful social cohesiveness in London and other areas in the UK for the benefit of the public through the holding of reading circles, lectures and prayers to enlighten others about the Islamic faith. ## What causes is Shura Trust registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Shura Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Shura Trust 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=shura-trust-2&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.shuratrust.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Shura Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Shura Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1203289) 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 Shura Trust's charity number? Shura Trust's charity number is 1203289. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1203289? Search 1203289 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 Shura Trust do? To advance the understanding of the true Muslim faith which stands for an inclusive and peaceful social cohesiveness in London and other areas in the UK for the benefit of the public through the holding of reading circles, lectures and prayers to enlighten others about the Islamic faith. Does Shura Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Shura Trust. 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 Shura Trust? Shura Trust's website is http://www.shuratrust.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/1203289).