--- title: "Dove's Nest Ministries — check charity number 1196194 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dove's Nest Ministries a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1196194. Disability charity based in Thetford. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dove-s-nest-ministries retrieved: 2026-08-24T01:32:09.596Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dove's Nest Ministries is a registered charity (number 1196194) 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; religious activities. Its latest reported income was £36,593 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Dove's Nest Ministries? Registered charity number 1196194 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Thetford Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £36,593 Website [dovenestthetford.co.uk](http://dovenestthetford.co.uk/) ## What does Dove's Nest Ministries do? Dove's Nest Ministries re-home's pre-loved furniture and basic household goods to members of our community struggling to supply these items for themselves. We operate in and around Thetford, Norfolk. In addition to the furniture project we host activities for people exploring the Christian faith in an informal setting outside of traditional church structure. ## What causes is Dove's Nest Ministries registered for? DisabilityThe Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dove's Nest Ministries yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dove's Nest Ministries 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=dove-s-nest-ministries&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://dovenestthetford.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dove's Nest Ministries a legitimate charity? Yes. Dove's Nest Ministries is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1196194) 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 Dove's Nest Ministries's charity number? Dove's Nest Ministries's charity number is 1196194. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1196194? Search 1196194 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 Dove's Nest Ministries do? Dove's Nest Ministries re-home's pre-loved furniture and basic household goods to members of our community struggling to supply these items for themselves. We operate in and around Thetford, Norfolk. In addition to the furniture project we host activities for people exploring the Christian faith in an informal setting outside of traditional church structure. Does Dove's Nest Ministries have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dove's Nest Ministries. 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 Dove's Nest Ministries? Dove's Nest Ministries's website is http://dovenestthetford.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/1196194).