--- title: "Encircles — check charity number 1182985 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Encircles a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1182985. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Windover House. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/encircles retrieved: 2026-08-24T01:24:25.853Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Encircles is a registered charity (number 1182985) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; disability; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £16,931 (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 Encircles? Registered charity number 1182985 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Windover House Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £16,931 Website [encircles.org](http://encircles.org/) ## What does Encircles do? The objects of the CIO are the prevention or relief of poverty by providing services and advice to those who are homeless or facing homelessness and those who are disadvantaged who may not have access to other support, by offering where appropriate and necessary, in particular but not exclusively, meals, essential items, guidance and physical, emotional and financial support. ## What causes is Encircles registered for? General Charitable PurposesDisabilityThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Encircles yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Encircles 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=encircles&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://encircles.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Encircles a legitimate charity? Yes. Encircles is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1182985) 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 Encircles's charity number? Encircles's charity number is 1182985. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1182985? Search 1182985 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 Encircles do? The objects of the CIO are the prevention or relief of poverty by providing services and advice to those who are homeless or facing homelessness and those who are disadvantaged who may not have access to other support, by offering where appropriate and necessary, in particular but not exclusively, meals, essential items, guidance and physical, emotional and financial support. Does Encircles have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Encircles. 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 Encircles? Encircles's website is http://encircles.org — 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/1182985).