--- title: "Isle of Wight Search and Rescue — check charity number 1148563 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Isle of Wight Search and Rescue a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1148563. Armed Forces/emergency Service Efficiency charity based in Shanklin. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/isle-of-wight-search-and-rescue retrieved: 2026-08-23T14:56:47.188Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Isle of Wight Search and Rescue is a registered charity (number 1148563) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: armed forces/emergency service efficiency. Its latest reported income was £38,171 (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 Isle of Wight Search and Rescue? Registered charity number 1148563 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Shanklin Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £38,171 Website [www.wightsar.org](http://www.wightsar.org/) ## What does Isle of Wight Search and Rescue do? Isle of Wight Search and Rescue provide skilled volunteers to assist Hampshire Constabulary and other agencies in searches for vulnerable missing persons on the Isle of Wight. ## What causes is Isle of Wight Search and Rescue registered for? Armed Forces/emergency Service Efficiency ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Isle of Wight Search and Rescue yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Isle of Wight Search and Rescue 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=isle-of-wight-search-and-rescue&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.wightsar.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Isle of Wight Search and Rescue a legitimate charity? Yes. Isle of Wight Search and Rescue is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1148563) 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 Isle of Wight Search and Rescue's charity number? Isle of Wight Search and Rescue's charity number is 1148563. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1148563? Search 1148563 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 Isle of Wight Search and Rescue do? Isle of Wight Search and Rescue provide skilled volunteers to assist Hampshire Constabulary and other agencies in searches for vulnerable missing persons on the Isle of Wight. Does Isle of Wight Search and Rescue have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Isle of Wight Search and Rescue. 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 Isle of Wight Search and Rescue? Isle of Wight Search and Rescue's website is http://www.wightsar.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/1148563).