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title: "Gloucester History Trust — check charity number 1176776 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Gloucester History Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1176776. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Clarence Row. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/gloucester-history-trust
retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:42:57.900Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Gloucester History Trust is a registered charity (number 1176776) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £217,908 (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 Gloucester History Trust?

Registered charity number

1176776

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Clarence Row

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£217,908

Website

[www.gloucesterhistoryfestival.co.uk](http://www.gloucesterhistoryfestival.co.uk/)

## What does Gloucester History Trust do?

The key activities are:1 organising events, festivals and workshops in and around Gloucester with a focus on the development of the Gloucester History Festival.2 arranging events, exhibitions, lectures, talks and educational materials for the public benefit in Gloucester and the surrounding areas.

## What causes is Gloucester History Trust registered for?

General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Gloucester History Trust yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Gloucester History 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.
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[Visit charity website](http://www.gloucesterhistoryfestival.co.uk/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is Gloucester History Trust a legitimate charity?

Yes. Gloucester History Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1176776) 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 Gloucester History Trust's charity number?

Gloucester History Trust's charity number is 1176776. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1176776?

Search 1176776 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 Gloucester History Trust do?

The key activities are:1 organising events, festivals and workshops in and around Gloucester with a focus on the development of the Gloucester History Festival.2 arranging events, exhibitions, lectures, talks and educational materials for the public benefit in Gloucester and the surrounding areas.

Does Gloucester History Trust have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Gloucester History 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 Gloucester History Trust?

Gloucester History Trust's website is http://www.gloucesterhistoryfestival.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/1176776).