--- title: "British Union of Spiritist Societies — check charity number 1136512 | CharityCompare" description: "Is British Union of Spiritist Societies a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1136512. Education/training charity based in Room 0. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/british-union-of-spiritist-societies retrieved: 2026-08-19T07:11:00.821Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer British Union of Spiritist Societies is a registered charity (number 1136512) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the prevention or relief of poverty; overseas aid/famine relief. Its latest reported income was £2,195 (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 British Union of Spiritist Societies? Registered charity number 1136512 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Room 0 Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £2,195 Website [www.buss.org.uk](http://www.buss.org.uk/) ## What does British Union of Spiritist Societies do? Advancement of Religion, Advice and Counselling, Prevention or Relief of Poverty for the Public Benefit, Promotion of Social Inclusion and Promotion of Religious Harmony by:Promoting public lectures and seminars with the objective of the study and dissemination of the moral values of the Spiritist Doctrine which is capable of being advanced for public benefit. ## What causes is British Union of Spiritist Societies registered for? Education/trainingThe Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyOverseas Aid/famine Relief ## Why is there no Clarity Score for British Union of Spiritist Societies yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. British Union of Spiritist Societies 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=british-union-of-spiritist-societies&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.buss.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is British Union of Spiritist Societies a legitimate charity? Yes. British Union of Spiritist Societies is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1136512) 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 British Union of Spiritist Societies's charity number? British Union of Spiritist Societies's charity number is 1136512. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1136512? Search 1136512 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 British Union of Spiritist Societies do? Advancement of Religion, Advice and Counselling, Prevention or Relief of Poverty for the Public Benefit, Promotion of Social Inclusion and Promotion of Religious Harmony by:Promoting public lectures and seminars with the objective of the study and dissemination of the moral values of the Spiritist Doctrine which is capable of being advanced for public benefit. Does British Union of Spiritist Societies have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for British Union of Spiritist Societies. 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 British Union of Spiritist Societies? British Union of Spiritist Societies's website is http://www.buss.org.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/1136512).