--- title: "Dodford Children's Farm — check charity number 253596 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dodford Children's Farm a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 253596. Education/training charity based in Worms Ash. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dodford-children-s-farm retrieved: 2026-08-23T23:13:13.649Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dodford Children's Farm is a registered charity (number 253596) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; disability; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £77,401 (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 Dodford Children's Farm? Registered charity number 253596 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location Worms Ash Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £77,401 Website [www.dodfordfarm.co.uk](http://www.dodfordfarm.co.uk/) ## What does Dodford Children's Farm do? The Charity gives residential educational holidays to disadvantaged children from the City of Birmingham and the West Midlands. Children under nine years of age, some with special needs, come in small groups either with their school or parent(s). Founded in 1953, it has nine acres and many animals for the enjoyment and benefit of the children who have the opportunity to participate in their care. ## What causes is Dodford Children's Farm registered for? Education/trainingDisabilityThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dodford Children's Farm yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dodford Children's Farm 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=dodford-children-s-farm&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.dodfordfarm.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dodford Children's Farm a legitimate charity? Yes. Dodford Children's Farm is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 253596) 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 Dodford Children's Farm's charity number? Dodford Children's Farm's charity number is 253596. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 253596? Search 253596 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 Dodford Children's Farm do? The Charity gives residential educational holidays to disadvantaged children from the City of Birmingham and the West Midlands. Children under nine years of age, some with special needs, come in small groups either with their school or parent(s). Founded in 1953, it has nine acres and many animals for the enjoyment and benefit of the children who have the opportunity to participate in their care. Does Dodford Children's Farm have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dodford Children's Farm. 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 Dodford Children's Farm? Dodford Children's Farm's website is http://www.dodfordfarm.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/253596).