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title: "Manchester YMCA — check charity number 250658 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Manchester YMCA a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 250658. Education/training charity based in Castlefield Hotel. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/manchester-ymca
retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:49:45.145Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Manchester YMCA is a registered charity (number 250658) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives; amateur sport. Its latest reported income was £3,702,587 (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 Manchester YMCA?

Registered charity number

250658

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Charitable company

Location

Castlefield Hotel

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£3,702,587

Website

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

## What does Manchester YMCA do?

The Manchester YMCA operates a sports and fitness centre (The Y Club) in Manchester city centre. It also operates a subsidiary company, Castlefield Hotel Limited. Manchester YMCA aims to build strong families and strong communities through programmes aimed at self development and personal growth.

## What causes is Manchester YMCA registered for?

Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesAmateur Sport

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Manchester YMCA yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Manchester YMCA 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Manchester YMCA a legitimate charity?

Yes. Manchester YMCA is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 250658) 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 YMCA's charity number?

Manchester YMCA's charity number is 250658. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 250658?

Search 250658 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 YMCA do?

The Manchester YMCA operates a sports and fitness centre (The Y Club) in Manchester city centre. It also operates a subsidiary company, Castlefield Hotel Limited. Manchester YMCA aims to build strong families and strong communities through programmes aimed at self development and personal growth.

Does Manchester YMCA have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Manchester YMCA. 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 YMCA?

Manchester YMCA's website is http://www.ymcamanchester.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/250658).