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title: "Lewisham Toy Library — check charity number 271496 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Lewisham Toy Library a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 271496. Education/training charity based in Unit 46-46A. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/lewisham-toy-library
retrieved: 2026-08-23T17:56:21.964Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Lewisham Toy Library is a registered charity (number 271496) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £41,456 (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 Toy Library?

Registered charity number

271496

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Unit 46-46A

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£41,456

Website

[www.lewishamtoylibrary.org.uk](http://www.lewishamtoylibrary.org.uk/)

## What does Lewisham Toy Library do?

The aim of the Toy Library, as set out in its constitution, is the education of children aged 0-8 within the London Borough of Lewisham by the provision of educational and stimulating toys and play equipment.

## What causes is Lewisham Toy Library registered for?

Education/trainingThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Lewisham Toy Library yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Lewisham Toy Library 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)

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Lewisham Toy Library a legitimate charity?

Yes. Lewisham Toy Library is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 271496) 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 Toy Library's charity number?

Lewisham Toy Library's charity number is 271496. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 271496?

Search 271496 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 Toy Library do?

The aim of the Toy Library, as set out in its constitution, is the education of children aged 0-8 within the London Borough of Lewisham by the provision of educational and stimulating toys and play equipment.

Does Lewisham Toy Library have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lewisham Toy Library. 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 Toy Library?

Lewisham Toy Library's website is http://www.lewishamtoylibrary.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/271496).