--- title: "Light on the Mount — check charity number 1074480 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Light on the Mount a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1074480. Religious Activities charity based in Cardiff. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/light-on-the-mount retrieved: 2026-08-23T21:45:45.475Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Light on the Mount is a registered charity (number 1074480) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: religious activities. Its latest reported income was £36,411 (year ending 2025-05-31). 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 Light on the Mount? Registered charity number 1074480 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Cardiff Latest income (year ending 2025-05-31) £36,411 Website [www.books-plus.org.uk](http://www.books-plus.org.uk/) ## What does Light on the Mount do? The advancement of the Christian faith with particular emphasis on the provision of literature and other forms of communication: selling books, cards, fairtrade goods, CD's, DVD's and related goods ## What causes is Light on the Mount registered for? Religious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Light on the Mount yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Light on the Mount 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=light-on-the-mount&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.books-plus.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Light on the Mount a legitimate charity? Yes. Light on the Mount is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1074480) 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 Light on the Mount's charity number? Light on the Mount's charity number is 1074480. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1074480? Search 1074480 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 Light on the Mount do? The advancement of the Christian faith with particular emphasis on the provision of literature and other forms of communication: selling books, cards, fairtrade goods, CD's, DVD's and related goods Does Light on the Mount have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Light on the Mount. 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 Light on the Mount? Light on the Mount's website is http://www.books-plus.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/1074480).