--- title: "Maeldune Trust — check charity number 802226 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Maeldune Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 802226. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Market Hill. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/maeldune-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T01:52:18.396Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Maeldune Trust is a registered charity (number 802226) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £51,485 (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 Maeldune Trust? Registered charity number 802226 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Market Hill Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £51,485 Website [www.maelduneheritagecentre.co.uk](http://www.maelduneheritagecentre.co.uk/) ## What does Maeldune Trust do? The Maeldune Trust exists to advance the education of the public in the history and heritage of the Town of Maldon, Essex. ## What causes is Maeldune Trust registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Maeldune Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Maeldune Trust 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=maeldune-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.maelduneheritagecentre.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Maeldune Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Maeldune Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 802226) 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 Maeldune Trust's charity number? Maeldune Trust's charity number is 802226. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 802226? Search 802226 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 Maeldune Trust do? The Maeldune Trust exists to advance the education of the public in the history and heritage of the Town of Maldon, Essex. Does Maeldune Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Maeldune Trust. 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 Maeldune Trust? Maeldune Trust's website is http://www.maelduneheritagecentre.co.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/802226).