--- title: "Market Overton Free Church — check charity number 1174840 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Market Overton Free Church a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1174840. Religious Activities charity based in Rookery Lane. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/market-overton-free-church retrieved: 2026-08-23T09:14:00.272Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Market Overton Free Church is a registered charity (number 1174840) 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 £41,503 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Market Overton Free Church? Registered charity number 1174840 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Rookery Lane Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £41,503 Website [www.mofc.org.uk](http://www.mofc.org.uk/) ## What does Market Overton Free Church do? The purposes of the Church are:the advancement of the Christian faith in accordance with the Basis of Faith primarily but not exclusively within Rutland and the surrounding neighbourhood; andsuch other charitable purposes as shall, in the opinion of the Charity Trustees, further the work of the Church.The main activities are:Christian worship servicesBible studies and prayer meetings ## What causes is Market Overton Free Church registered for? Religious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Market Overton Free Church yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Market Overton Free Church 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=market-overton-free-church&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.mofc.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Market Overton Free Church a legitimate charity? Yes. Market Overton Free Church is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1174840) 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 Market Overton Free Church's charity number? Market Overton Free Church's charity number is 1174840. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1174840? Search 1174840 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 Market Overton Free Church do? The purposes of the Church are:the advancement of the Christian faith in accordance with the Basis of Faith primarily but not exclusively within Rutland and the surrounding neighbourhood; andsuch other charitable purposes as shall, in the opinion of the Charity Trustees, further the work of the Church.The main activities are:Christian worship servicesBible studies and prayer meetings Does Market Overton Free Church have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Market Overton Free Church. 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 Market Overton Free Church? Market Overton Free Church's website is http://www.mofc.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/1174840).