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title: "Bedford Hindu Temple and Community Trust — check charity number 1185539 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Bedford Hindu Temple and Community Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1185539. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in Bedford. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bedford-hindu-temple-and-community-trust
retrieved: 2026-08-18T10:45:47.317Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Bedford Hindu Temple and Community Trust is a registered charity (number 1185539) 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; religious activities; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £108,523 (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 Bedford Hindu Temple and Community Trust?

Registered charity number

1185539

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Bedford

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£108,523

Website

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

## What does Bedford Hindu Temple and Community Trust do?

The objectives of the CIO are:The provision of the place of worship for the Hindu communityRaising awareness and understanding of religious beliefs and practicesCarry out religious devotional actsCarry out missionary and outreach workThe provision of places for the community to use for cultural, health and wellbeing activities

## What causes is Bedford Hindu Temple and Community Trust registered for?

The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesReligious ActivitiesArts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bedford Hindu Temple and Community Trust yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bedford Hindu Temple and Community 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Bedford Hindu Temple and Community Trust a legitimate charity?

Yes. Bedford Hindu Temple and Community Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1185539) 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 Bedford Hindu Temple and Community Trust's charity number?

Bedford Hindu Temple and Community Trust's charity number is 1185539. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1185539?

Search 1185539 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 Bedford Hindu Temple and Community Trust do?

The objectives of the CIO are:The provision of the place of worship for the Hindu communityRaising awareness and understanding of religious beliefs and practicesCarry out religious devotional actsCarry out missionary and outreach workThe provision of places for the community to use for cultural, health and wellbeing activities

Does Bedford Hindu Temple and Community Trust have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bedford Hindu Temple and Community 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 Bedford Hindu Temple and Community Trust?

Bedford Hindu Temple and Community Trust's website is http://www.bedfordhindutemple.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/1185539).