--- title: "Newhaven, Lewes and District Mencap — check charity number 270064 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Newhaven, Lewes and District Mencap a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 270064. Education/training charity based in Riverside Hall. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/newhaven-lewes-and-district-mencap retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:52:46.854Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Newhaven, Lewes and District Mencap is a registered charity (number 270064) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; disability; amateur sport. Its latest reported income was £34,576 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Newhaven, Lewes and District Mencap? Registered charity number 270064 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Riverside Hall Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £34,576 Website [www.newhavenmencap.org.uk](http://www.newhavenmencap.org.uk/) ## What does Newhaven, Lewes and District Mencap do? As a trustee for Mencap, the role involves overseeing the charity's strategic direction and ensuring it fulfils its mission to support individuals with learning disabilities. Trustees are collectively responsible for:Ensuring Mencap operates in accordance with its governing documents and complies with relevant laws.Making decisions that are in the charity's best interests. ## What causes is Newhaven, Lewes and District Mencap registered for? Education/trainingDisabilityAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Newhaven, Lewes and District Mencap yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Newhaven, Lewes and District Mencap 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=newhaven-lewes-and-district-mencap&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.newhavenmencap.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Newhaven, Lewes and District Mencap a legitimate charity? Yes. Newhaven, Lewes and District Mencap is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 270064) 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 Newhaven, Lewes and District Mencap's charity number? Newhaven, Lewes and District Mencap's charity number is 270064. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 270064? Search 270064 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 Newhaven, Lewes and District Mencap do? As a trustee for Mencap, the role involves overseeing the charity's strategic direction and ensuring it fulfils its mission to support individuals with learning disabilities. Trustees are collectively responsible for:Ensuring Mencap operates in accordance with its governing documents and complies with relevant laws.Making decisions that are in the charity's best interests. Does Newhaven, Lewes and District Mencap have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Newhaven, Lewes and District Mencap. 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 Newhaven, Lewes and District Mencap? Newhaven, Lewes and District Mencap's website is http://www.newhavenmencap.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/270064).