--- title: "Bensham & Saltwell Alive — check charity number 1157255 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bensham & Saltwell Alive a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1157255. Other Charitable Purposes charity based in Gateshead. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bensham-saltwell-alive retrieved: 2026-08-18T13:54:27.540Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bensham & Saltwell Alive is a registered charity (number 1157255) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £28,224 (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 Bensham & Saltwell Alive? Registered charity number 1157255 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Gateshead Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £28,224 Website [www.benshamandsaltwellalive.co.uk](http://www.benshamandsaltwellalive.co.uk/) ## What does Bensham & Saltwell Alive do? BS Alive is active in the Bensham and Saltwell wards of Gateshead (although not exclusive to this area) to support work to improve health & social well being in the area. BS Alive includes all residents, from all backgrounds. It provides a range of support including advice, networking & fundraising as well as directly organising some activities - lunch clubs & social activities, volunteering etc ## What causes is Bensham & Saltwell Alive registered for? Other Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bensham & Saltwell Alive yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bensham & Saltwell Alive 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=bensham-saltwell-alive&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.benshamandsaltwellalive.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bensham & Saltwell Alive a legitimate charity? Yes. Bensham & Saltwell Alive is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1157255) 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 Bensham & Saltwell Alive's charity number? Bensham & Saltwell Alive's charity number is 1157255. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1157255? Search 1157255 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 Bensham & Saltwell Alive do? BS Alive is active in the Bensham and Saltwell wards of Gateshead (although not exclusive to this area) to support work to improve health & social well being in the area. BS Alive includes all residents, from all backgrounds. It provides a range of support including advice, networking & fundraising as well as directly organising some activities - lunch clubs & social activities, volunteering etc Does Bensham & Saltwell Alive have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bensham & Saltwell Alive. 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 Bensham & Saltwell Alive? Bensham & Saltwell Alive's website is http://www.benshamandsaltwellalive.co.uk — 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/1157255).