Aerial photos reveal extensive land damage as IAS tent derig begins
EXCLUSIVE: Newly obtained drone footage from the Church of Scientology’s UK headquarters near East Grinstead reveals extensive damage to the surrounding countryside following last month’s annual IAS event, despite being situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
On this day: Scientology rejected by the Charity Commission, 26 years on
On this day 26 years ago, the UK Charity Commission rejected Scientology’s application for charity status, concluding it “does not benefit the public.” The ruling dealt a major blow for Scientology in their efforts to claim legitimacy through government recognition and juxtaposed their success with gaining IRS tax exemption in the United States 8 years prior.
East Grinstead Mayor skips IAS event, but set to switch on Scientology HQ Christmas lights
The Mayor of East Grinstead, John Belsey, has confirmed he will be turning on the Christmas lights at a lavish ceremony at the Church of Scientology’s UK headquarters later this month despite backlash from local residents over the disruption such events cause to the local community.
Scientology claim “3,500 people” attended Saint Hill bonfire night celebrations, but photos tell a different story
Yesterday the Church of Scientology hosted an annual bonfire night celebration at their UK headquarters near East Grinstead, claiming an attendance of 3,500 parishioners and local residents, but photos released of the event paint a different picture.
Mims Davies MP distances herself from Scientology, declines invite to 2025 IAS event
Shadow Minister for Women Mims Davies, who sits as the Member of Parliament for East Grinstead and Uckfield, has distanced herself from the Church of Scientology after it was revealed she attended their annual gathering in 2023.
Protestors gather outside Scientology’s annual IAS gala in East Grinstead
Over the weekend protestors gathered outside the Church of Scientology’s UK headquarters near East Grinstead with a message, “the abuse must stop.”
There are so many Scientologists London might have to put on TWO coaches for this weekend’s IAS event!
The Church of Scientology claims to have millions of members worldwide and over 100,000 in the UK.. But a post shared by London Org’s Executive Director paints a very different picture…
Scientology sends protestors “final warning” ahead of IAS event demonstration
The Church of Scientology have issued protestors a “final warning” in a desperate attempt to shut down a demonstration planned to coincide with their annual UK gathering.
Scientologists offered 24hr-long bus ride from Italy to attend Friday’s IAS event, priced at €20
As Scientologists around the world prepare for Friday’s annual gathering at Saint Hill, details have started to emerge of the inter-Org transfer options being offered by the Church for European parishioners who wish to attend the event in person.
Scientology pave over field ahead of next week’s IAS event, despite Council and environmental concerns
The Church of Scientology have paved over approximately 7 acres of agricultural farmland in order to serve as a car park for their upcoming IAS event, despite environmental concerns and lacking permission from the local authority.
