--- title: "Lewes Men's Shed — check charity number 1204284 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Lewes Men's Shed a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1204284. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Ham Lane. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/lewes-men-s-shed retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:51:56.583Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Lewes Men's Shed is a registered charity (number 1204284) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; recreation. Its latest reported income was £2,260 (year ending 2025-04-30). 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 Lewes Men's Shed? Registered charity number 1204284 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Ham Lane Latest income (year ending 2025-04-30) £2,260 Website [lewesmensshed.org](http://lewesmensshed.org/) ## What does Lewes Men's Shed do? Provide space, facilities and tools to allow local people to develop their hobbies and pursuits in a sociable and friendly environment. People may work on personal projects and are also encouraged to work on projects for the wider community. We are also provide a friendly place for a cup of tea and a chat. ## What causes is Lewes Men's Shed registered for? General Charitable PurposesRecreation ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Lewes Men's Shed yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Lewes Men's Shed 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=lewes-men-s-shed&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://lewesmensshed.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Lewes Men's Shed a legitimate charity? Yes. Lewes Men's Shed is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1204284) 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 Lewes Men's Shed's charity number? Lewes Men's Shed's charity number is 1204284. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1204284? Search 1204284 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 Lewes Men's Shed do? Provide space, facilities and tools to allow local people to develop their hobbies and pursuits in a sociable and friendly environment. People may work on personal projects and are also encouraged to work on projects for the wider community. We are also provide a friendly place for a cup of tea and a chat. Does Lewes Men's Shed have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lewes Men's Shed. 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 Lewes Men's Shed? Lewes Men's Shed's website is http://lewesmensshed.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/1204284).