--- title: "Mendip Caving Group — check charity number 1197325 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Mendip Caving Group a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1197325. Amateur Sport charity based in Charterhouse-on-Mendip. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/mendip-caving-group retrieved: 2026-08-23T19:54:49.745Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Mendip Caving Group is a registered charity (number 1197325) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: amateur sport; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £12,615 (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 Mendip Caving Group? Registered charity number 1197325 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Charterhouse-on-Mendip Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £12,615 Website [www.mendipcavinggroup.org.uk](https://www.mendipcavinggroup.org.uk/) ## What does Mendip Caving Group do? The object of the MCG is the benefit of the public, the furtherance of all aspects of the exploration, scientific studyand conservation of caves and related features. We introduce members of the public to caving and provide or loan accommodation and equipment for them to do so. We are based in the Mendip Hills area of Somerset. CIO 1197325 is taking over from charity 270088 during 2022. ## What causes is Mendip Caving Group registered for? Amateur SportEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Mendip Caving Group yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Mendip Caving Group 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=mendip-caving-group&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.mendipcavinggroup.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Mendip Caving Group a legitimate charity? Yes. Mendip Caving Group is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1197325) 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 Mendip Caving Group's charity number? Mendip Caving Group's charity number is 1197325. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1197325? Search 1197325 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 Mendip Caving Group do? The object of the MCG is the benefit of the public, the furtherance of all aspects of the exploration, scientific studyand conservation of caves and related features. We introduce members of the public to caving and provide or loan accommodation and equipment for them to do so. We are based in the Mendip Hills area of Somerset. CIO 1197325 is taking over from charity 270088 during 2022. Does Mendip Caving Group have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Mendip Caving Group. 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 Mendip Caving Group? Mendip Caving Group's website is https://www.mendipcavinggroup.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/1197325).