--- title: "Manchester Histories — check charity number 1151944 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Manchester Histories a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1151944. Education/training charity based in Samuel Alexander Building. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/manchester-histories retrieved: 2026-08-23T04:54:56.885Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Manchester Histories is a registered charity (number 1151944) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £557,480 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Manchester Histories? Registered charity number 1151944 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Samuel Alexander Building Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £557,480 Website [www.manchesterhistories.co.uk](http://www.manchesterhistories.co.uk/) ## What does Manchester Histories do? Manchester Histories celebrates, reveals and raises awareness of the histories and heritage of Greater Manchester through the development of community engagement events and projects and the Manchester Histories Festival ## What causes is Manchester Histories registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Manchester Histories yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Manchester Histories 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=manchester-histories&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.manchesterhistories.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Manchester Histories a legitimate charity? Yes. Manchester Histories is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1151944) 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 Manchester Histories's charity number? Manchester Histories's charity number is 1151944. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1151944? Search 1151944 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 Manchester Histories do? Manchester Histories celebrates, reveals and raises awareness of the histories and heritage of Greater Manchester through the development of community engagement events and projects and the Manchester Histories Festival Does Manchester Histories have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Manchester Histories. 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 Manchester Histories? Manchester Histories's website is http://www.manchesterhistories.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/1151944).