--- title: "Great Comp — check charity number 1189847 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Great Comp a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1189847. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Comp Lane. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/great-comp retrieved: 2026-08-23T23:56:12.547Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Great Comp is a registered charity (number 1189847) 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; other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £432,440 (year ending 2025-10-31). 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 Great Comp? Registered charity number 1189847 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Comp Lane Latest income (year ending 2025-10-31) £432,440 Website [www.greatcompgarden.co.uk](http://www.greatcompgarden.co.uk/) ## What does Great Comp do? Great Comp provides an environment and garden for the enjoyment and education of the public. It aims to enhance the study and enjoyment of plants and improve the wellbeing of all those who visit us and volunteer to enhance the visiting experience. ## What causes is Great Comp registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingOther Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Great Comp yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Great Comp 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=great-comp&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.greatcompgarden.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Great Comp a legitimate charity? Yes. Great Comp is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1189847) 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 Great Comp's charity number? Great Comp's charity number is 1189847. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1189847? Search 1189847 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 Great Comp do? Great Comp provides an environment and garden for the enjoyment and education of the public. It aims to enhance the study and enjoyment of plants and improve the wellbeing of all those who visit us and volunteer to enhance the visiting experience. Does Great Comp have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Great Comp. 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 Great Comp? Great Comp's website is http://www.greatcompgarden.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/1189847).