--- title: "Eastbourne Literary Festival (Elf) — check charity number 1213729 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Eastbourne Literary Festival (Elf) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1213729. Education/training charity based in Eastbourne. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/eastbourne-literary-festival-elf retrieved: 2026-08-23T06:13:12.207Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Eastbourne Literary Festival (Elf) is a registered charity (number 1213729) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. 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 Eastbourne Literary Festival (Elf)? Registered charity number 1213729 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Eastbourne Website [www.eastbourneliteraryfestival.com](https://www.eastbourneliteraryfestival.com/) ## What does Eastbourne Literary Festival (Elf) do? We are a local Eastbourne literary festival and run year-round activities for all ages as well as a yearly festival event. ## What causes is Eastbourne Literary Festival (Elf) registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Eastbourne Literary Festival (Elf) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Eastbourne Literary Festival (Elf) 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=eastbourne-literary-festival-elf&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.eastbourneliteraryfestival.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Eastbourne Literary Festival (Elf) a legitimate charity? Yes. Eastbourne Literary Festival (Elf) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1213729) 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 Eastbourne Literary Festival (Elf)'s charity number? Eastbourne Literary Festival (Elf)'s charity number is 1213729. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1213729? Search 1213729 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 Eastbourne Literary Festival (Elf) do? We are a local Eastbourne literary festival and run year-round activities for all ages as well as a yearly festival event. Does Eastbourne Literary Festival (Elf) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Eastbourne Literary Festival (Elf). 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 Eastbourne Literary Festival (Elf)? Eastbourne Literary Festival (Elf)'s website is https://www.eastbourneliteraryfestival.com/ — 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/1213729).