--- title: "Nottingham Samaritans — check charity number 1174264 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Nottingham Samaritans a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1174264. Education/training charity based in 18 Clarendon Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/nottingham-samaritans retrieved: 2026-08-24T12:08:04.409Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Nottingham Samaritans is a registered charity (number 1174264) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £28,917 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Nottingham Samaritans? Registered charity number 1174264 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 18 Clarendon Street Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £28,917 Website [www.samaritans.org/nottingham](http://www.samaritans.org/nottingham) ## What does Nottingham Samaritans do? Confidential non-judgmental emotional support offered by trained volunteers to anyone in distress, including those at risk of suicide. Support available 24 hours a day by telephone, email or text; also in person at branch premises (opening hours vary). ## What causes is Nottingham Samaritans registered for? Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Nottingham Samaritans yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Nottingham Samaritans 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=nottingham-samaritans&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.samaritans.org/nottingham) ## Frequently asked questions Is Nottingham Samaritans a legitimate charity? Yes. Nottingham Samaritans is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1174264) 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 Nottingham Samaritans's charity number? Nottingham Samaritans's charity number is 1174264. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1174264? Search 1174264 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 Nottingham Samaritans do? Confidential non-judgmental emotional support offered by trained volunteers to anyone in distress, including those at risk of suicide. Support available 24 hours a day by telephone, email or text; also in person at branch premises (opening hours vary). Does Nottingham Samaritans have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Nottingham Samaritans. 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 Nottingham Samaritans? Nottingham Samaritans's website is http://www.samaritans.org/nottingham — 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/1174264).