--- title: "The Sanctuary of the Golden Ray — check charity number 280939 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Sanctuary of the Golden Ray a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 280939. Religious Activities charity based in Christchurch Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-sanctuary-of-the-golden-ray retrieved: 2026-08-28T02:43:43.139Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Sanctuary of the Golden Ray is a registered charity (number 280939) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: religious activities. Its latest reported income was £2,362 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 The Sanctuary of the Golden Ray? Registered charity number 280939 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Christchurch Road Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £2,362 ## What does The Sanctuary of the Golden Ray do? Regular weekly Christian services in accordance with rules & principles similar to those of Greater World Christian Spiritualist Assn. ## What causes is The Sanctuary of the Golden Ray registered for? Religious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Sanctuary of the Golden Ray yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Sanctuary of the Golden Ray 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=the-sanctuary-of-the-golden-ray&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Sanctuary of the Golden Ray a legitimate charity? Yes. The Sanctuary of the Golden Ray is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 280939) 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 The Sanctuary of the Golden Ray's charity number? The Sanctuary of the Golden Ray's charity number is 280939. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 280939? Search 280939 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 The Sanctuary of the Golden Ray do? Regular weekly Christian services in accordance with rules & principles similar to those of Greater World Christian Spiritualist Assn. Does The Sanctuary of the Golden Ray have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Sanctuary of the Golden Ray. 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 The Sanctuary of the Golden Ray? The Sanctuary of the Golden Ray does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/280939).