--- title: "Freemen of England and Wales — check charity number 293536 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Freemen of England and Wales a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 293536. Education/training charity based in Gloucester. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/freemen-of-england-and-wales retrieved: 2026-08-24T03:59:49.210Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Freemen of England and Wales is a registered charity (number 293536) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £9,401 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Freemen of England and Wales? Registered charity number 293536 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Gloucester Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £9,401 Website [www.freemen-few.org.uk](http://www.freemen-few.org.uk/) ## What does Freemen of England and Wales do? Local meetings to promote knowledge of history of FreemenAnswer requests for information about Freemen in towns and boroughsRespond to Governmental consultations about changes in local government with respect to ceremonial activities in towns and boroughs. ## What causes is Freemen of England and Wales registered for? Education/trainingEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Freemen of England and Wales yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Freemen of England and Wales 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=freemen-of-england-and-wales&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.freemen-few.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Freemen of England and Wales a legitimate charity? Yes. Freemen of England and Wales is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 293536) 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 Freemen of England and Wales's charity number? Freemen of England and Wales's charity number is 293536. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 293536? Search 293536 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 Freemen of England and Wales do? Local meetings to promote knowledge of history of FreemenAnswer requests for information about Freemen in towns and boroughsRespond to Governmental consultations about changes in local government with respect to ceremonial activities in towns and boroughs. Does Freemen of England and Wales have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Freemen of England and Wales. 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 Freemen of England and Wales? Freemen of England and Wales's website is http://www.freemen-few.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/293536).