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title: "Derby Computer Museum — check charity number 1199054 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Derby Computer Museum a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1199054. Education/training charity based in 3-4 Iron Gate. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/derby-computer-museum
retrieved: 2026-08-23T09:09:24.912Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Derby Computer Museum is a registered charity (number 1199054) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £20,389 (year ending 2025-04-30). 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 Derby Computer Museum?

Registered charity number

1199054

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

3-4 Iron Gate

Latest income (year ending 2025-04-30)

£20,389

Website

[www.derbycomputermuseum.co.uk](https://www.derbycomputermuseum.co.uk/)

## What does Derby Computer Museum do?

The advancement of education of the public of the history and evolution of computer and console systems from the 1960s onwards maintaining and operating a museum in Derby for the public benefit, for the preservation, display and public experience of computers, console systems and technology providing opportunities to enable volunteers to develop skills.

## What causes is Derby Computer Museum registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Derby Computer Museum yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Derby Computer Museum 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Derby Computer Museum a legitimate charity?

Yes. Derby Computer Museum is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1199054) 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 Derby Computer Museum's charity number?

Derby Computer Museum's charity number is 1199054. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1199054?

Search 1199054 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 Derby Computer Museum do?

The advancement of education of the public of the history and evolution of computer and console systems from the 1960s onwards maintaining and operating a museum in Derby for the public benefit, for the preservation, display and public experience of computers, console systems and technology providing opportunities to enable volunteers to develop skills.

Does Derby Computer Museum have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Derby Computer Museum. 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 Derby Computer Museum?

Derby Computer Museum's website is https://www.derbycomputermuseum.co.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/1199054).