--- title: "Gwr 813 Preservation Fund — check charity number 1196114 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Gwr 813 Preservation Fund a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1196114. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Thornbury. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/gwr-813-preservation-fund retrieved: 2026-08-24T09:55:48.823Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Gwr 813 Preservation Fund is a registered charity (number 1196114) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £30,753 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Gwr 813 Preservation Fund? Registered charity number 1196114 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Thornbury Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £30,753 Website [GWR813.org](http://gwr813.org/) ## What does Gwr 813 Preservation Fund do? The charity oversees the renovation, maintenance, display and operation of items in its collection at several heritage railways and centres. It raises funds for this purpose through donations, grants, steaming fees and other means. It further researches the history of items in its collection and makes this information available on its web site and other media channels. ## What causes is Gwr 813 Preservation Fund registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Gwr 813 Preservation Fund yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Gwr 813 Preservation Fund 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=gwr-813-preservation-fund&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://gwr813.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Gwr 813 Preservation Fund a legitimate charity? Yes. Gwr 813 Preservation Fund is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1196114) 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 Gwr 813 Preservation Fund's charity number? Gwr 813 Preservation Fund's charity number is 1196114. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1196114? Search 1196114 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 Gwr 813 Preservation Fund do? The charity oversees the renovation, maintenance, display and operation of items in its collection at several heritage railways and centres. It raises funds for this purpose through donations, grants, steaming fees and other means. It further researches the history of items in its collection and makes this information available on its web site and other media channels. Does Gwr 813 Preservation Fund have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Gwr 813 Preservation Fund. 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 Gwr 813 Preservation Fund? Gwr 813 Preservation Fund's website is http://GWR813.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/1196114).