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title: "Histiocytosis UK — check charity number 1158789 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Histiocytosis UK a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1158789. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in PO Box 159. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/histiocytosis-uk
retrieved: 2026-08-24T12:10:07.823Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Histiocytosis UK is a registered charity (number 1158789) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £128,548 (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 Histiocytosis UK?

Registered charity number

1158789

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

PO Box 159

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£128,548

Website

[www.histiouk.org](http://www.histiouk.org/)

## What does Histiocytosis UK do?

(i) the promotion and furtherance of scientific research. (ii) the development of more accurate means of diagnosis, improved protocols for management of patients and ultimately measures for prevention of histiocytic diseases; (iii) the provision and dissemination of information, (iv) collaboration with interested individuals and organisations.

## What causes is Histiocytosis UK registered for?

The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Histiocytosis UK yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Histiocytosis UK 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.histiouk.org/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is Histiocytosis UK a legitimate charity?

Yes. Histiocytosis UK is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1158789) 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 Histiocytosis UK's charity number?

Histiocytosis UK's charity number is 1158789. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1158789?

Search 1158789 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 Histiocytosis UK do?

(i) the promotion and furtherance of scientific research. (ii) the development of more accurate means of diagnosis, improved protocols for management of patients and ultimately measures for prevention of histiocytic diseases; (iii) the provision and dissemination of information, (iv) collaboration with interested individuals and organisations.

Does Histiocytosis UK have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Histiocytosis UK. 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 Histiocytosis UK?

Histiocytosis UK's website is http://www.histiouk.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/1158789).