Original Buddhism Society UK (OBSUK)
Original Buddhism Society UK (OBSUK) is a registered charity in Scotland working in the advancement of religion, based in City of Edinburgh.
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Key facts
- Registered charity number
- SC052715
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment)
- Location
- City of Edinburgh
- Website
- www.arahant.org
What the charity does
Our charity is dedicated to sharing the Buddha’s teachings through classes, workshops, retreats, and meditation. We aim to support personal growth, inner peace, and mental wellbeing. We promote community cohesion by hosting social events and engaging in outreach to share original Buddhism and encourage interfaith dialogue. We undertake charitable activities to support those in need, including vulnerable groups and disaster victims. Our commitment to environmental sustainability is reflected in eco-friendly projects that foster care for the planet. We also support the Sangha to preserve the Bu…
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The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Original Buddhism Society UK (OBSUK) 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
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Original Buddhism Society UK (OBSUK) a legitimate charity?
- Yes. Original Buddhism Society UK (OBSUK) is a registered charity (number SC052715) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register.
- What does Original Buddhism Society UK (OBSUK) do?
- Our charity is dedicated to sharing the Buddha’s teachings through classes, workshops, retreats, and meditation. We aim to support personal growth, inner peace, and mental wellbeing. We promote community cohesion by hosting social events and engaging in outreach to share original Buddhism and encourage interfaith dialogue. We undertake charitable activities to support those in need, including vulnerable groups and disaster victims. Our commitment to environmental sustainability is reflected in eco-friendly projects that foster care for the planet. We also support the Sangha to preserve the Bu…
- How can I donate to Original Buddhism Society UK (OBSUK)?
- Original Buddhism Society UK (OBSUK)'s website is https://www.arahant.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.
Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-07-18, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.