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title: "Devon Historic Buildings Trust — check charity number 266088 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Devon Historic Buildings Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 266088. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Pynes Hill. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/devon-historic-buildings-trust
retrieved: 2026-08-23T14:30:18.840Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Devon Historic Buildings Trust is a registered charity (number 266088) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: arts/culture/heritage/science; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £385,895 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Devon Historic Buildings Trust?

Registered charity number

266088

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Charitable company

Location

Pynes Hill

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£385,895

Website

[www.dhbt.org.uk](http://www.dhbt.org.uk/)

## What does Devon Historic Buildings Trust do?

To assist in the rescue of the historic buildings of the county of Devon for the people of Devon.

## What causes is Devon Historic Buildings Trust registered for?

Arts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Devon Historic Buildings Trust yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Devon Historic Buildings Trust 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.
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[Visit charity website](http://www.dhbt.org.uk/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is Devon Historic Buildings Trust a legitimate charity?

Yes. Devon Historic Buildings Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 266088) 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 Historic Buildings Trust's charity number?

Devon Historic Buildings Trust's charity number is 266088. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 266088?

Search 266088 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 Historic Buildings Trust do?

To assist in the rescue of the historic buildings of the county of Devon for the people of Devon.

Does Devon Historic Buildings Trust have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Devon Historic Buildings Trust. 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 Historic Buildings Trust?

Devon Historic Buildings Trust's website is http://www.dhbt.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/266088).