--- title: "Friends of Beechcroft Library — check charity number 1188953 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Friends of Beechcroft Library a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1188953. Other Charitable Purposes charity based in 188 Beechcroft Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/friends-of-beechcroft-library retrieved: 2026-08-24T06:19:08.782Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Friends of Beechcroft Library is a registered charity (number 1188953) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £1,224 (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 Friends of Beechcroft Library? Registered charity number 1188953 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 188 Beechcroft Road Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £1,224 ## What does Friends of Beechcroft Library do? We act as an independent group dedicated to promoting, supporting and improving the library and community hub.We contribute to the Library's finances by applying for grants, encouraging donations and organising fundraising events. We use these funds to improve the library with a wide range of furniture, materials, equipment and consumables. We help organise groups, activities and events. ## What causes is Friends of Beechcroft Library registered for? Other Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Friends of Beechcroft Library yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Friends of Beechcroft Library 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=friends-of-beechcroft-library&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Friends of Beechcroft Library a legitimate charity? Yes. Friends of Beechcroft Library is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1188953) 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 Friends of Beechcroft Library's charity number? Friends of Beechcroft Library's charity number is 1188953. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1188953? Search 1188953 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 Friends of Beechcroft Library do? We act as an independent group dedicated to promoting, supporting and improving the library and community hub.We contribute to the Library's finances by applying for grants, encouraging donations and organising fundraising events. We use these funds to improve the library with a wide range of furniture, materials, equipment and consumables. We help organise groups, activities and events. Does Friends of Beechcroft Library have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Friends of Beechcroft Library. 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 Friends of Beechcroft Library? Friends of Beechcroft Library does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/1188953).