--- title: "East Peckham History Trust — check charity number 1197258 | CharityCompare" description: "Is East Peckham History Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1197258. Education/training charity based in East Peckham. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/east-peckham-history-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T03:01:49.019Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer East Peckham History Trust is a registered charity (number 1197258) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; economic/community development/employment. Its latest reported income was £105 (year ending 2025-03-30). 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 East Peckham History Trust? Registered charity number 1197258 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location East Peckham Latest income (year ending 2025-03-30) £105 Website [ephistory.co.uk](https://ephistory.co.uk/) ## What does East Peckham History Trust do? The Trust aims to advance education by promoting the appreciation of the history of and encouraging further study or enquiry, into the ancient village of East Peckham in Kent, and surrounding areas, by acquiring documents and artefacts, related to the area, and making these available to the public in various ways. ## What causes is East Peckham History Trust registered for? Education/trainingEconomic/community Development/employment ## Why is there no Clarity Score for East Peckham History Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. East Peckham History 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. 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=east-peckham-history-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://ephistory.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is East Peckham History Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. East Peckham History Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1197258) 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 East Peckham History Trust's charity number? East Peckham History Trust's charity number is 1197258. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1197258? Search 1197258 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 East Peckham History Trust do? The Trust aims to advance education by promoting the appreciation of the history of and encouraging further study or enquiry, into the ancient village of East Peckham in Kent, and surrounding areas, by acquiring documents and artefacts, related to the area, and making these available to the public in various ways. Does East Peckham History Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for East Peckham History 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 East Peckham History Trust? East Peckham History Trust's website is https://ephistory.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/1197258).