--- title: "Nfu Essex Charitable Trust — check charity number 1172540 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Nfu Essex Charitable Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1172540. Education/training charity based in Tollgate West. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/nfu-essex-charitable-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:52:09.188Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Nfu Essex Charitable Trust is a registered charity (number 1172540) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; disability; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £62,715 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Nfu Essex Charitable Trust? Registered charity number 1172540 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location Tollgate West Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £62,715 Website [www.nfuect.co.uk](http://www.nfuect.co.uk/) ## What does Nfu Essex Charitable Trust do? The NFU Essex Charitable Trust was created to further the understanding of farming and the countryside in Essex, as well as offering support to those in need and involved in agricultural and rural communities in the county. The funds were originally collected from farmers within the county and used to support the local work of the National Farmers Union. ## What causes is Nfu Essex Charitable Trust registered for? Education/trainingDisabilityThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Nfu Essex Charitable Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Nfu Essex Charitable Trust 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=nfu-essex-charitable-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.nfuect.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Nfu Essex Charitable Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Nfu Essex Charitable Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1172540) 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 Nfu Essex Charitable Trust's charity number? Nfu Essex Charitable Trust's charity number is 1172540. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1172540? Search 1172540 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 Nfu Essex Charitable Trust do? The NFU Essex Charitable Trust was created to further the understanding of farming and the countryside in Essex, as well as offering support to those in need and involved in agricultural and rural communities in the county. The funds were originally collected from farmers within the county and used to support the local work of the National Farmers Union. Does Nfu Essex Charitable Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Nfu Essex Charitable Trust. 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 Nfu Essex Charitable Trust? Nfu Essex Charitable Trust's website is http://www.nfuect.co.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/1172540).