--- title: "Dereham Aid Centre — check charity number 1208177 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dereham Aid Centre a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1208177. Disability charity based in Dereham. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dereham-aid-centre retrieved: 2026-08-23T12:02:08.902Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dereham Aid Centre is a registered charity (number 1208177) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: disability; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £96,660 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Dereham Aid Centre? Registered charity number 1208177 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Dereham Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £96,660 ## What does Dereham Aid Centre do? Dereham Aid Centre opens twice weekly and supports anyone in need, we cover all demographics. Food and drink is served in the centre, we have a food bank, ESOL lessons, clothing, toys, bedding and furniture - everything is free or for a donation (who are we to judge what someone can afford?)We have a weekly Mens mental health group as well Scrap booking "Making Memories" for older people ## What causes is Dereham Aid Centre registered for? DisabilityThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dereham Aid Centre yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dereham Aid Centre 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=dereham-aid-centre&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dereham Aid Centre a legitimate charity? Yes. Dereham Aid Centre is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1208177) 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 Dereham Aid Centre's charity number? Dereham Aid Centre's charity number is 1208177. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1208177? Search 1208177 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 Dereham Aid Centre do? Dereham Aid Centre opens twice weekly and supports anyone in need, we cover all demographics. Food and drink is served in the centre, we have a food bank, ESOL lessons, clothing, toys, bedding and furniture - everything is free or for a donation (who are we to judge what someone can afford?)We have a weekly Mens mental health group as well Scrap booking "Making Memories" for older people Does Dereham Aid Centre have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dereham Aid Centre. 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 Dereham Aid Centre? Dereham Aid Centre does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/1208177).