--- title: "Penn Free Methodist Church — check charity number 1138169 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Penn Free Methodist Church a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1138169. Religious Activities charity based in Church Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/penn-free-methodist-church retrieved: 2026-08-23T17:56:47.363Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Penn Free Methodist Church is a registered charity (number 1138169) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: religious activities; other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £27,786 (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 Penn Free Methodist Church? Registered charity number 1138169 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location Church Road Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £27,786 Website [www.realchristianity.org](http://www.realchristianity.org/) ## What does Penn Free Methodist Church do? The propogation of the Christian Gospel in the Protestant/Bible-believing tradition of 18th century Wesleyan Methodism. The church's work focuses on the salvation of sinners and the nurturing of believers. It operates primarily in neighbourhood of Penn, Bucks, including the nearby town of High Wycombe, but also engages in regular open air preaching in Slough, Uxbridge and central London. ## What causes is Penn Free Methodist Church registered for? Religious ActivitiesOther Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Penn Free Methodist Church yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Penn Free Methodist Church 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=penn-free-methodist-church&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.realchristianity.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Penn Free Methodist Church a legitimate charity? Yes. Penn Free Methodist Church is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1138169) 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 Penn Free Methodist Church's charity number? Penn Free Methodist Church's charity number is 1138169. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1138169? Search 1138169 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 Penn Free Methodist Church do? The propogation of the Christian Gospel in the Protestant/Bible-believing tradition of 18th century Wesleyan Methodism. The church's work focuses on the salvation of sinners and the nurturing of believers. It operates primarily in neighbourhood of Penn, Bucks, including the nearby town of High Wycombe, but also engages in regular open air preaching in Slough, Uxbridge and central London. Does Penn Free Methodist Church have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Penn Free Methodist Church. 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 Penn Free Methodist Church? Penn Free Methodist Church's website is http://www.realchristianity.org — 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/1138169).