--- title: "OPAL Services (Rural West Cheshire) — check charity number 1143753 | CharityCompare" description: "Is OPAL Services (Rural West Cheshire) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1143753. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in 68 High Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/opal-services-rural-west-cheshire retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:26:37.485Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer OPAL Services (Rural West Cheshire) is a registered charity (number 1143753) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £285,706 (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 OPAL Services (Rural West Cheshire)? Registered charity number 1143753 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 68 High Street Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £285,706 Website [WWW.OPALSERVICES.ORG.UK](http://www.opalservices.org.uk/) ## What does OPAL Services (Rural West Cheshire) do? Improving the well-being of older people who are in need of social inclusion because they are housebound or socially isolated, through 1) OPAL Clubs operating in Frodsham, Helsby, Kelsall, Malpas, Tarporley and Tattenhall; 2) Providing community inclusion services; 3) Providing breaks for carers of older people in rural areas; 4) Helping older people use the internet. ## What causes is OPAL Services (Rural West Cheshire) registered for? The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for OPAL Services (Rural West Cheshire) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. OPAL Services (Rural West Cheshire) 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=opal-services-rural-west-cheshire&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.opalservices.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is OPAL Services (Rural West Cheshire) a legitimate charity? Yes. OPAL Services (Rural West Cheshire) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1143753) 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 OPAL Services (Rural West Cheshire)'s charity number? OPAL Services (Rural West Cheshire)'s charity number is 1143753. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1143753? Search 1143753 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 OPAL Services (Rural West Cheshire) do? Improving the well-being of older people who are in need of social inclusion because they are housebound or socially isolated, through 1) OPAL Clubs operating in Frodsham, Helsby, Kelsall, Malpas, Tarporley and Tattenhall; 2) Providing community inclusion services; 3) Providing breaks for carers of older people in rural areas; 4) Helping older people use the internet. Does OPAL Services (Rural West Cheshire) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for OPAL Services (Rural West Cheshire). 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 OPAL Services (Rural West Cheshire)? OPAL Services (Rural West Cheshire)'s website is http://WWW.OPALSERVICES.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/1143753).