--- title: "Fishing for Heroes — check charity number 1198987 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Fishing for Heroes a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1198987. Disability charity based in Ashopton Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/fishing-for-heroes retrieved: 2026-08-23T13:16:24.924Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Fishing for Heroes is a registered charity (number 1198987) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: disability; amateur sport; armed forces/emergency service efficiency. Its latest reported income was £118,113 (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 Fishing for Heroes? Registered charity number 1198987 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Ashopton Road Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £118,113 Website [www.fishingforheroes.net](http://www.fishingforheroes.net/) ## What does Fishing for Heroes do? Fishing for Heroes CIO was formed from Fishing for Heroes (1135355) in 2022.We continue to support both Veterans and Serving personnel of all British and Commonwealth Armed Forces who are suffering from mental health or physical illness as a result of their service. We help in the improvement of their wellbeing, delivering both individual instruction and get togethers across England and Wales. ## What causes is Fishing for Heroes registered for? DisabilityAmateur SportArmed Forces/emergency Service Efficiency ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Fishing for Heroes yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Fishing for Heroes 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=fishing-for-heroes&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.fishingforheroes.net/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Fishing for Heroes a legitimate charity? Yes. Fishing for Heroes is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1198987) 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 Fishing for Heroes's charity number? Fishing for Heroes's charity number is 1198987. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1198987? Search 1198987 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 Fishing for Heroes do? Fishing for Heroes CIO was formed from Fishing for Heroes (1135355) in 2022.We continue to support both Veterans and Serving personnel of all British and Commonwealth Armed Forces who are suffering from mental health or physical illness as a result of their service. We help in the improvement of their wellbeing, delivering both individual instruction and get togethers across England and Wales. Does Fishing for Heroes have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Fishing for Heroes. 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 Fishing for Heroes? Fishing for Heroes's website is http://www.fishingforheroes.net — 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/1198987).