--- title: "Garstang Memory Cafe — check charity number 1196743 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Garstang Memory Cafe a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1196743. Disability charity based in 28 Worcester Avenue. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/garstang-memory-cafe retrieved: 2026-08-23T03:21:19.875Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Garstang Memory Cafe is a registered charity (number 1196743) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: disability. Its latest reported income was £7,221 (year ending 2025-11-30). 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 Garstang Memory Cafe? Registered charity number 1196743 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 28 Worcester Avenue Latest income (year ending 2025-11-30) £7,221 Website [garstangmemorycafe.chessck.co.uk](https://garstangmemorycafe.chessck.co.uk/) ## What does Garstang Memory Cafe do? Memory cafes, also known as dementia cafes, provide safe spaces where people can go for a cup of tea and chat with experienced professionals or others affected by dementia. There are also games, quizzes and craft sessions which those attending can take part in along with outside speakers who invited to give talks. ## What causes is Garstang Memory Cafe registered for? Disability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Garstang Memory Cafe yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Garstang Memory Cafe 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=garstang-memory-cafe&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://garstangmemorycafe.chessck.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Garstang Memory Cafe a legitimate charity? Yes. Garstang Memory Cafe is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1196743) 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 Garstang Memory Cafe's charity number? Garstang Memory Cafe's charity number is 1196743. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1196743? Search 1196743 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 Garstang Memory Cafe do? Memory cafes, also known as dementia cafes, provide safe spaces where people can go for a cup of tea and chat with experienced professionals or others affected by dementia. There are also games, quizzes and craft sessions which those attending can take part in along with outside speakers who invited to give talks. Does Garstang Memory Cafe have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Garstang Memory Cafe. 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 Garstang Memory Cafe? Garstang Memory Cafe's website is https://garstangmemorycafe.chessck.co.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/1196743).