--- title: "Buckhurst Hill Baptist Church — check charity number 1205506 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Buckhurst Hill Baptist Church a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1205506. General Charitable Purposes charity based in 28 Palmerston Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/buckhurst-hill-baptist-church retrieved: 2026-08-19T09:12:55.164Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Buckhurst Hill Baptist Church is a registered charity (number 1205506) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; religious activities. 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 Buckhurst Hill Baptist Church? Registered charity number 1205506 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 28 Palmerston Road Website [www.bhbc.org.uk](http://www.bhbc.org.uk/) ## What does Buckhurst Hill Baptist Church do? The purposes of the Church are: the advancement of the Christian faith as a Baptist Church and in accordance with the Basis of Faith primarily but not exclusively within Buckhurst Hill, Essex and the surrounding neighbourhood; such other charitable purposes as shall, in the opinion of the charity trustees, put into practice the Christian faith in accordance with its Basis of Faith. ## What causes is Buckhurst Hill Baptist Church registered for? General Charitable PurposesReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Buckhurst Hill Baptist Church yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Buckhurst Hill Baptist Church 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=buckhurst-hill-baptist-church&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bhbc.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Buckhurst Hill Baptist Church a legitimate charity? Yes. Buckhurst Hill Baptist Church is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1205506) 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 Buckhurst Hill Baptist Church's charity number? Buckhurst Hill Baptist Church's charity number is 1205506. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1205506? Search 1205506 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 Buckhurst Hill Baptist Church do? The purposes of the Church are: the advancement of the Christian faith as a Baptist Church and in accordance with the Basis of Faith primarily but not exclusively within Buckhurst Hill, Essex and the surrounding neighbourhood; such other charitable purposes as shall, in the opinion of the charity trustees, put into practice the Christian faith in accordance with its Basis of Faith. Does Buckhurst Hill Baptist Church have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Buckhurst Hill Baptist Church. 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 Buckhurst Hill Baptist Church? Buckhurst Hill Baptist Church's website is http://www.bhbc.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/1205506).