--- title: "Encounter Trust Winchcombe — check charity number 1157308 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Encounter Trust Winchcombe a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1157308. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Gretton Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/encounter-trust-winchcombe retrieved: 2026-08-24T01:27:52.723Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Encounter Trust Winchcombe is a registered charity (number 1157308) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £291,870 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Encounter Trust Winchcombe? Registered charity number 1157308 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Gretton Road Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £291,870 Website [www.encountervineyard.org.uk](http://www.encountervineyard.org.uk/) ## What does Encounter Trust Winchcombe do? To advance the Christian Faith through the running of a church and related activities in Winchcombe and the surrounding area. To support mission and those in need or distress. ## What causes is Encounter Trust Winchcombe registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Encounter Trust Winchcombe yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Encounter Trust Winchcombe 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=encounter-trust-winchcombe&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.encountervineyard.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Encounter Trust Winchcombe a legitimate charity? Yes. Encounter Trust Winchcombe is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1157308) 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 Encounter Trust Winchcombe's charity number? Encounter Trust Winchcombe's charity number is 1157308. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1157308? Search 1157308 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 Encounter Trust Winchcombe do? To advance the Christian Faith through the running of a church and related activities in Winchcombe and the surrounding area. To support mission and those in need or distress. Does Encounter Trust Winchcombe have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Encounter Trust Winchcombe. 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 Encounter Trust Winchcombe? Encounter Trust Winchcombe's website is http://www.encountervineyard.org.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/1157308).