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title: "Plymouth Public Dispensary — check charity number 267658 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Plymouth Public Dispensary a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 267658. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in Plym House. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/plymouth-public-dispensary
retrieved: 2026-08-24T11:16:44.478Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Plymouth Public Dispensary is a registered charity (number 267658) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health or saving of lives; disability. Its latest reported income was £57,855 (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 Plymouth Public Dispensary?

Registered charity number

267658

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Plym House

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£57,855

Website

[www.ppdtrust.co.uk](http://www.ppdtrust.co.uk/)

## What does Plymouth Public Dispensary do?

The use of the charity's income for the relief of persons in the area of benefit (the boundaries of the area of Plymouth City Council) who are sick, convalescent, disbled or infirm by relieving their suffering or assisting their recovery.

## What causes is Plymouth Public Dispensary registered for?

The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesDisability

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Plymouth Public Dispensary yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Plymouth Public Dispensary 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](http://www.ppdtrust.co.uk/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is Plymouth Public Dispensary a legitimate charity?

Yes. Plymouth Public Dispensary is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 267658) 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 Public Dispensary's charity number?

Plymouth Public Dispensary's charity number is 267658. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 267658?

Search 267658 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 Public Dispensary do?

The use of the charity's income for the relief of persons in the area of benefit (the boundaries of the area of Plymouth City Council) who are sick, convalescent, disbled or infirm by relieving their suffering or assisting their recovery.

Does Plymouth Public Dispensary have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Plymouth Public Dispensary. 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 Public Dispensary?

Plymouth Public Dispensary's website is http://www.ppdtrust.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/267658).