--- title: "Lewisham Mencap — check charity number 1070948 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Lewisham Mencap a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1070948. Disability charity based in 44 Masons Hill. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/lewisham-mencap retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:37:39.287Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Lewisham Mencap is a registered charity (number 1070948) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: disability. Its latest reported income was £64,012 (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 Lewisham Mencap? Registered charity number 1070948 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 44 Masons Hill Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £64,012 Website [www.lewishammencap.org.uk](http://www.lewishammencap.org.uk/) ## What does Lewisham Mencap do? LEWISHAM MENCAP supports parents and carers of children and adults with learning disabilities. It provides information, support, advice and advocacy. LEWISHAM MENCAP also runs the Gateway Social Clubs in Lewisham and publishes a quarterly newsletter. ## What causes is Lewisham Mencap registered for? Disability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Lewisham Mencap yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Lewisham Mencap 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=lewisham-mencap&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.lewishammencap.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Lewisham Mencap a legitimate charity? Yes. Lewisham Mencap is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1070948) 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 Lewisham Mencap's charity number? Lewisham Mencap's charity number is 1070948. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1070948? Search 1070948 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 Lewisham Mencap do? LEWISHAM MENCAP supports parents and carers of children and adults with learning disabilities. It provides information, support, advice and advocacy. LEWISHAM MENCAP also runs the Gateway Social Clubs in Lewisham and publishes a quarterly newsletter. Does Lewisham Mencap have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lewisham Mencap. 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 Lewisham Mencap? Lewisham Mencap's website is http://www.lewishammencap.org.uk — 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/1070948).