--- title: "Friends of Dore Abbey — check charity number 1033040 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Friends of Dore Abbey a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1033040. Religious Activities charity based in Peterchurch. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/friends-of-dore-abbey retrieved: 2026-08-24T11:20:45.125Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Friends of Dore Abbey is a registered charity (number 1033040) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: religious activities; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £16,879 (year ending 2025-04-30). 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 Friends of Dore Abbey? Registered charity number 1033040 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Peterchurch Latest income (year ending 2025-04-30) £16,879 Website [www.doreabbey.org](http://www.doreabbey.org/) ## What does Friends of Dore Abbey do? Our charity's current activities continue to ensure the continuity of worship in Dore Abbey. The (12) Building involves an on-going expense of fabric maintenance. Guided tours continue to promote the education of the public in the historical & archaeological treasures of our ancient church. Music, drama events are organised during the summer months for the benefit of the public. ## What causes is Friends of Dore Abbey registered for? Religious ActivitiesEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Friends of Dore Abbey yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Friends of Dore Abbey 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-dore-abbey&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.doreabbey.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Friends of Dore Abbey a legitimate charity? Yes. Friends of Dore Abbey is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1033040) 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 Dore Abbey's charity number? Friends of Dore Abbey's charity number is 1033040. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1033040? Search 1033040 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 Dore Abbey do? Our charity's current activities continue to ensure the continuity of worship in Dore Abbey. The (12) Building involves an on-going expense of fabric maintenance. Guided tours continue to promote the education of the public in the historical & archaeological treasures of our ancient church. Music, drama events are organised during the summer months for the benefit of the public. Does Friends of Dore Abbey have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Friends of Dore Abbey. 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 Dore Abbey? Friends of Dore Abbey's website is http://www.doreabbey.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/1033040).