--- title: "German Shorthaired Pointer Trust — check charity number 1172457 | CharityCompare" description: "Is German Shorthaired Pointer Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1172457. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Gilwern. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/german-shorthaired-pointer-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T08:23:23.778Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer German Shorthaired Pointer Trust is a registered charity (number 1172457) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; animals. Its latest reported income was £49,513 (year ending 2025-02-01). 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 German Shorthaired Pointer Trust? Registered charity number 1172457 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Gilwern Latest income (year ending 2025-02-01) £49,513 Website [www.gsprescue-uk.org.uk](http://www.gsprescue-uk.org.uk/) ## What does German Shorthaired Pointer Trust do? Promote humane behaviour towards animals, in particular the German Shorthaired Pointer breed, by providing appropriate care, protection, treatment and security for animals which are in need of care and attention by reason of sickness, maltreatment, poor circumstances or ill usage and to educate the public in matters pertaining to animal welfare in general and prevention of cruelty and suffering. ## What causes is German Shorthaired Pointer Trust registered for? General Charitable PurposesAnimals ## Why is there no Clarity Score for German Shorthaired Pointer Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. German Shorthaired Pointer Trust 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=german-shorthaired-pointer-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.gsprescue-uk.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is German Shorthaired Pointer Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. German Shorthaired Pointer Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1172457) 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 German Shorthaired Pointer Trust's charity number? German Shorthaired Pointer Trust's charity number is 1172457. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1172457? Search 1172457 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 German Shorthaired Pointer Trust do? Promote humane behaviour towards animals, in particular the German Shorthaired Pointer breed, by providing appropriate care, protection, treatment and security for animals which are in need of care and attention by reason of sickness, maltreatment, poor circumstances or ill usage and to educate the public in matters pertaining to animal welfare in general and prevention of cruelty and suffering. Does German Shorthaired Pointer Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for German Shorthaired Pointer Trust. 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 German Shorthaired Pointer Trust? German Shorthaired Pointer Trust's website is http://www.gsprescue-uk.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/1172457).