--- title: "Benwell Christian Shop Project — check charity number 701263 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Benwell Christian Shop Project a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 701263. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Armstrong Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/benwell-christian-shop-project retrieved: 2026-08-18T13:57:07.117Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Benwell Christian Shop Project is a registered charity (number 701263) 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; disability. Its latest reported income was £77,912 (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 Benwell Christian Shop Project? Registered charity number 701263 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Armstrong Road Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £77,912 Website [www.cornerstonebenwell.com](http://www.cornerstonebenwell.com/) ## What does Benwell Christian Shop Project do? The aims of the Charity are:- advancing the Christian religion for the benefit of local inhabitants- supporting local people in matters relating to their mental, physical & social welfareIts activities include:- drop-in cafe- children's work, with links to local schools- Christian counselling ## What causes is Benwell Christian Shop Project registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingDisability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Benwell Christian Shop Project yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Benwell Christian Shop Project 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=benwell-christian-shop-project&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.cornerstonebenwell.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Benwell Christian Shop Project a legitimate charity? Yes. Benwell Christian Shop Project is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 701263) 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 Benwell Christian Shop Project's charity number? Benwell Christian Shop Project's charity number is 701263. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 701263? Search 701263 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 Benwell Christian Shop Project do? The aims of the Charity are:- advancing the Christian religion for the benefit of local inhabitants- supporting local people in matters relating to their mental, physical & social welfareIts activities include:- drop-in cafe- children's work, with links to local schools- Christian counselling Does Benwell Christian Shop Project have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Benwell Christian Shop Project. 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 Benwell Christian Shop Project? Benwell Christian Shop Project's website is http://www.cornerstonebenwell.com — 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/701263).