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title: "Otley Foodbank — check charity number 1197645 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Otley Foodbank a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1197645. Disability charity based in Westbourne Grove. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/otley-foodbank
retrieved: 2026-08-23T13:43:01.631Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Otley Foodbank is a registered charity (number 1197645) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: disability; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £28,517 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Otley Foodbank?

Registered charity number

1197645

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Westbourne Grove

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£28,517

Website

[otleyparishchurch.org/otleyfoodbank](http://otleyparishchurch.org/otleyfoodbank)

## What does Otley Foodbank do?

The charity distributes food parcels to those experiencing food poverty in Otley and the surrounding area. It operates from Spring Gardens, Westbourne Grove Otley. Non-perishable food is donated at collection points in the town, made up into parcels and delivered to individuals and families referred from outside agencies. We may donate to other charitable groups who alleviate food poverty

## What causes is Otley Foodbank registered for?

DisabilityThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Otley Foodbank yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Otley Foodbank 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Otley Foodbank a legitimate charity?

Yes. Otley Foodbank is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1197645) 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 Otley Foodbank's charity number?

Otley Foodbank's charity number is 1197645. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1197645?

Search 1197645 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 Otley Foodbank do?

The charity distributes food parcels to those experiencing food poverty in Otley and the surrounding area. It operates from Spring Gardens, Westbourne Grove Otley. Non-perishable food is donated at collection points in the town, made up into parcels and delivered to individuals and families referred from outside agencies. We may donate to other charitable groups who alleviate food poverty

Does Otley Foodbank have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Otley Foodbank. 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 Otley Foodbank?

Otley Foodbank's website is http://otleyparishchurch.org/otleyfoodbank — 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/1197645).