--- title: "Museum of British Folklore — check charity number 1155674 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Museum of British Folklore a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1155674. Education/training charity based in Launceston. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/museum-of-british-folklore retrieved: 2026-08-25T00:57:29.988Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Museum of British Folklore is a registered charity (number 1155674) 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 £16,714 (year ending 2024-10-31). 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 Museum of British Folklore? Registered charity number 1155674 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Launceston Latest income (year ending 2024-10-31) £16,714 Website [www.museumofbritishfolklore.com](http://www.museumofbritishfolklore.com/) ## What does Museum of British Folklore do? The Museum of British Folklore produces talks, events and exhibitions to educate the general public about seasonal British customs and traditions and raises funds to establish the UK's first permanent home of British Folklore. ## What causes is Museum of British Folklore registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Museum of British Folklore yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Museum of British Folklore 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=museum-of-british-folklore&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.museumofbritishfolklore.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Museum of British Folklore a legitimate charity? Yes. Museum of British Folklore is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1155674) 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 Museum of British Folklore's charity number? Museum of British Folklore's charity number is 1155674. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1155674? Search 1155674 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 Museum of British Folklore do? The Museum of British Folklore produces talks, events and exhibitions to educate the general public about seasonal British customs and traditions and raises funds to establish the UK's first permanent home of British Folklore. Does Museum of British Folklore have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Museum of British Folklore. 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 Museum of British Folklore? Museum of British Folklore's website is http://www.museumofbritishfolklore.com — 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/1155674).