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title: "Devon Cave Rescue Organisation — check charity number 1212383 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Devon Cave Rescue Organisation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1212383. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in C/O Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/devon-cave-rescue-organisation
retrieved: 2026-08-23T12:01:37.112Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Devon Cave Rescue Organisation is a registered charity (number 1212383) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health or saving of lives; disability. 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 Devon Cave Rescue Organisation?

Registered charity number

1212383

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

C/O Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue

Website

[dcro.org.uk](https://dcro.org.uk/)

## What does Devon Cave Rescue Organisation do?

Devon Cave Rescue Organisation (DevCRO) is a volunteer run search and rescue charity, comprised of local cavers who assist others who may be lost or injured in the caves or mines of Devon. The rescue team has approximately 40 members, based throughout Devon, Somerset and Cornwall. We spend donated money on supporting this cause, for example on rescue equipment and rescuer training.

## What causes is Devon Cave Rescue Organisation registered for?

The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesDisability

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Devon Cave Rescue Organisation yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Devon Cave Rescue Organisation 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 Devon Cave Rescue Organisation a legitimate charity?

Yes. Devon Cave Rescue Organisation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1212383) 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 Devon Cave Rescue Organisation's charity number?

Devon Cave Rescue Organisation's charity number is 1212383. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1212383?

Search 1212383 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 Devon Cave Rescue Organisation do?

Devon Cave Rescue Organisation (DevCRO) is a volunteer run search and rescue charity, comprised of local cavers who assist others who may be lost or injured in the caves or mines of Devon. The rescue team has approximately 40 members, based throughout Devon, Somerset and Cornwall. We spend donated money on supporting this cause, for example on rescue equipment and rescuer training.

Does Devon Cave Rescue Organisation have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Devon Cave Rescue Organisation. 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 Devon Cave Rescue Organisation?

Devon Cave Rescue Organisation's website is https://dcro.org.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/1212383).