--- title: "Pembroke Castle Trust — check charity number 257729 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Pembroke Castle Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 257729. Education/training charity based in Castle Terrace. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/pembroke-castle-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:06:38.517Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Pembroke Castle Trust is a registered charity (number 257729) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £1,487,951 (year ending 2025-01-31). 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 Pembroke Castle Trust? Registered charity number 257729 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location Castle Terrace Latest income (year ending 2025-01-31) £1,487,951 Website [www.pembrokecastle.co.uk](http://www.pembrokecastle.co.uk/) ## What does Pembroke Castle Trust do? The charitable trust owns and maintains a substantially restored medieval castle. This facility which is open to the public all year round includes a gift shop, heraldry centre and a cafe. Various daytime and evening events take place, particularly during the summer months. Regular guided tours are offered during the summer as well as pre-booked tours which are popular with school groups ## What causes is Pembroke Castle Trust registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Pembroke Castle Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Pembroke Castle 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=pembroke-castle-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.pembrokecastle.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Pembroke Castle Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Pembroke Castle Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 257729) 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 Pembroke Castle Trust's charity number? Pembroke Castle Trust's charity number is 257729. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 257729? Search 257729 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 Pembroke Castle Trust do? The charitable trust owns and maintains a substantially restored medieval castle. This facility which is open to the public all year round includes a gift shop, heraldry centre and a cafe. Various daytime and evening events take place, particularly during the summer months. Regular guided tours are offered during the summer as well as pre-booked tours which are popular with school groups Does Pembroke Castle Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Pembroke Castle 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 Pembroke Castle Trust? Pembroke Castle Trust's website is http://www.pembrokecastle.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/257729).