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title: "Open Arms East Devon — check charity number 1188977 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Open Arms East Devon a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1188977. Disability charity based in Honiton. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/open-arms-east-devon
retrieved: 2026-08-23T11:16:11.994Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Open Arms East Devon is a registered charity (number 1188977) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: disability. Its latest reported income was £7,138 (year ending 2025-04-30). 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 Open Arms East Devon?

Registered charity number

1188977

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Honiton

Latest income (year ending 2025-04-30)

£7,138

Website

[openarmseastdevon.org.uk](https://openarmseastdevon.org.uk/)

## What does Open Arms East Devon do?

We help adults experiencing mental health difficulties by providing peer group support, encouraging social interaction and providing activities and experiences to improve wellbeing and increase confidence. We hold two friendly and inclusive sessions each week in Honiton where you can drop in, be with others and join in activities if you wish. Sessions are free. Phone support is also available.

## What causes is Open Arms East Devon registered for?

Disability

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Open Arms East Devon yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Open Arms East Devon 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.
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[Visit charity website](https://openarmseastdevon.org.uk/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is Open Arms East Devon a legitimate charity?

Yes. Open Arms East Devon is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1188977) 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 Open Arms East Devon's charity number?

Open Arms East Devon's charity number is 1188977. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1188977?

Search 1188977 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 Open Arms East Devon do?

We help adults experiencing mental health difficulties by providing peer group support, encouraging social interaction and providing activities and experiences to improve wellbeing and increase confidence. We hold two friendly and inclusive sessions each week in Honiton where you can drop in, be with others and join in activities if you wish. Sessions are free. Phone support is also available.

Does Open Arms East Devon have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Open Arms East Devon. 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 Open Arms East Devon?

Open Arms East Devon's website is https://openarmseastdevon.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/1188977).