Ramgarhia Sikh Temple
Charity 506947
Overview
Summary
Ramgarhia Sikh Temple appears to be a faith-centred community institution whose formal purpose is Sikh religious advancement, but whose stated reach and activities suggest a broader role in cultural transmission, community gathering and practical inclusion. Its operating model seems to combine worship and religious events with educational resources, invited performers or lecturers, venue-based life events and a committee-mediated relationship with its congregation. The evidence indicates potential civic value beyond worship, although the scale and delivery of its wider services are not yet clear.
Operational geography
No operational geography is currently available for this organisation.
Areas of work
- Amateur Sport
- Arts/culture/heritage/science
- Disability
- Education/training
- Religious Activities
- The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty
Who they help
- Children/young People
- Elderly/old People
- Other Charities Or Voluntary Bodies
- Other Defined Groups
- People Of A Particular Ethnic Or Racial Origin
- People With Disabilities
- The General Public/mankind
How they help
- Acts As An Umbrella Or Resource Body
- Provides Advocacy/advice/information
- Provides Buildings/facilities/open Space
- Provides Services
Discoveries involving this organisation
The Atlas has not published any Discoveries involving this organisation yet.
Observations
A religious institution with a wider community platform
The temple appears to use its religious base as a platform for cultural education, community events and support across age groups, rather than functioning only as a place of worship.
Why it matters
This suggests the organisation may be an important access point for community connection and culturally rooted activity, including for people who may not engage with mainstream voluntary services.
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“The charity helps children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, people of a particular ethnic or racial origin, other charities or voluntary bodies, and the general public.”
Source:Charity Commission“The primary task in life should be to help the poor, needy, and oppressed.”
Source:Organisation“The charity's activities include education/training, disability, prevention or relief of poverty, arts/culture/heritage/science and amateur sport.”
Source:Charity Commission
Cultural continuity appears to be a deliberate strategy
Religious teaching is presented alongside publications, historic recordings and invited speakers and musicians, suggesting the temple may actively preserve and pass on Sikh culture as well as doctrine.
Why it matters
This helps distinguish the temple as a potential cultural memory and learning institution, with relevance to educational organisations and intergenerational community life.
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“The Gurdwara has previously sponsored several DVD's and books around Sikhism.”
Source:Organisation“Mr Sardul Singh Marwa got sponsors to launch CD's from Giani Mann Singh Chaur, which were approximately 30 years old.”
Source:Organisation“The organisation invites lecturers and musicians from abroad to enlighten the congregation on Sikh religion and culture.”
Source:Charity Commission
The building may function as community infrastructure
The temple appears to make its premises available for religious milestones and communal occasions, with committee members acting as the access and coordination point.
Why it matters
This indicates that its physical space may support social ties at significant moments of family and community life, not solely scheduled worship.
Show evidence
“Bookings are offered for weddings, Akhand Paath Sahib, birthday Kirtan, Sukhmani Sahib and Sehaj Paath Sahib.”
Source:Organisation“The charity provides buildings, facilities or open space.”
Source:Charity Commission“Please come and see a member of committee who will be able to help you more.”
Source:Organisation
- Which services address disability, poverty, sport or advocacy in practice.
- Whether the temple collaborates with local charities, schools or public services.
- How widely its facilities and educational resources are used beyond its congregation.
Remaining uncertainties
- Recent annual reports or activity records showing programmes, participation and beneficiaries.
- Information on partnerships, venue use, accessibility and community referral routes.
Additional evidence needed
Charity Commission profile
Activities
Religious Activities 1. The forwarding of the Sikh Religion and activities 2. The organisation of events of religious importance where all members of the community can take part and benefit. 3.The invitation of lecturers and musicians from abroad to enlighten the congregation on various aspects of Sikh religion and culture.
Charity objects
TO ADVANCE THE SIKH RELIGION IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE DOCTRINE, SRI GURU GRANTH SAHIB JI.