--- title: "Plymouth & Devon Schools Sailing Association — check charity number 1162305 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Plymouth & Devon Schools Sailing Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1162305. Education/training charity based in Plymouth. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/plymouth-devon-schools-sailing-association retrieved: 2026-08-24T08:35:16.899Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Plymouth & Devon Schools Sailing Association is a registered charity (number 1162305) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives; disability. Its latest reported income was £5,356 (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 Plymouth & Devon Schools Sailing Association? Registered charity number 1162305 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Plymouth Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £5,356 Website [www.pdssa.org](http://www.pdssa.org/) ## What does Plymouth & Devon Schools Sailing Association do? To provide tuition and all necessary equipment to enable members of the public to handle small boats safely under sail. To encourage participation in a healthy outdoor pursuit and foster appreciation of the local environment. These activities are open to all, including the disabled, for whom special additional help is available. ## What causes is Plymouth & Devon Schools Sailing Association registered for? Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesDisability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Plymouth & Devon Schools Sailing Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Plymouth & Devon Schools Sailing Association 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=plymouth-devon-schools-sailing-association&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.pdssa.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Plymouth & Devon Schools Sailing Association a legitimate charity? Yes. Plymouth & Devon Schools Sailing Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1162305) 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 Plymouth & Devon Schools Sailing Association's charity number? Plymouth & Devon Schools Sailing Association's charity number is 1162305. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1162305? Search 1162305 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 Plymouth & Devon Schools Sailing Association do? To provide tuition and all necessary equipment to enable members of the public to handle small boats safely under sail. To encourage participation in a healthy outdoor pursuit and foster appreciation of the local environment. These activities are open to all, including the disabled, for whom special additional help is available. Does Plymouth & Devon Schools Sailing Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Plymouth & Devon Schools Sailing Association. 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 Plymouth & Devon Schools Sailing Association? Plymouth & Devon Schools Sailing Association's website is http://www.pdssa.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/1162305).