--- title: "Harrogate and Knaresborough District of Sanctuary — check charity number 1183095 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Harrogate and Knaresborough District of Sanctuary a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1183095. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Harrogate. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/harrogate-and-knaresborough-district-of-sanctuary retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:41:30.913Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Harrogate and Knaresborough District of Sanctuary is a registered charity (number 1183095) 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; human rights/religious or racial harmony/equality or diversity. Its latest reported income was £40,249 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Harrogate and Knaresborough District of Sanctuary? Registered charity number 1183095 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Harrogate Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £40,249 Website [harrogatedistrict.cityofsanctuary.org](https://harrogatedistrict.cityofsanctuary.org/) ## What does Harrogate and Knaresborough District of Sanctuary do? Our aims are to help refugees and asylum seekers who come to live in the Harrogate and Knaresborough district by offering friendship, practical support and educational experiences. We strive to raise awareness about the issues faced by refugees, and we also campaign for a humane asylum system by lobbying local and national politicians. ## What causes is Harrogate and Knaresborough District of Sanctuary registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingHuman Rights/religious Or Racial Harmony/equality Or Diversity ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Harrogate and Knaresborough District of Sanctuary yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Harrogate and Knaresborough District of Sanctuary 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=harrogate-and-knaresborough-district-of-sanctuary&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://harrogatedistrict.cityofsanctuary.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Harrogate and Knaresborough District of Sanctuary a legitimate charity? Yes. Harrogate and Knaresborough District of Sanctuary is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1183095) 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 Harrogate and Knaresborough District of Sanctuary's charity number? Harrogate and Knaresborough District of Sanctuary's charity number is 1183095. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1183095? Search 1183095 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 Harrogate and Knaresborough District of Sanctuary do? Our aims are to help refugees and asylum seekers who come to live in the Harrogate and Knaresborough district by offering friendship, practical support and educational experiences. We strive to raise awareness about the issues faced by refugees, and we also campaign for a humane asylum system by lobbying local and national politicians. Does Harrogate and Knaresborough District of Sanctuary have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Harrogate and Knaresborough District of Sanctuary. 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 Harrogate and Knaresborough District of Sanctuary? Harrogate and Knaresborough District of Sanctuary's website is https://harrogatedistrict.cityofsanctuary.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/1183095).