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title: "Poole Unit 272 of the Sea Cadet Corps — check charity number 301170 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Poole Unit 272 of the Sea Cadet Corps a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 301170. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Poole. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/poole-unit-272-of-the-sea-cadet-corps
retrieved: 2026-08-24T12:33:02.790Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Poole Unit 272 of the Sea Cadet Corps is a registered charity (number 301170) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £43,372 (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 Poole Unit 272 of the Sea Cadet Corps?

Registered charity number

301170

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Poole

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£43,372

Website

[units.ms-sc.org/poole/default](http://units.ms-sc.org/poole/default)

## What does Poole Unit 272 of the Sea Cadet Corps do?

Poole Sea Cadets provides training for young people aged 12 to 18 based on Naval Traditions and Discipline.Our activities include sailing to RYA standards, Pulling (rowing) Adventure Training, PT, Shooting and Swimming. We have an active band which performs at functions & ceremonies.Cadets can train in specialisations from Catering through Radio Operator to Electrical & Mechanical Engineering

## What causes is Poole Unit 272 of the Sea Cadet Corps registered for?

General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Poole Unit 272 of the Sea Cadet Corps yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Poole Unit 272 of the Sea Cadet Corps 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.
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## Frequently asked questions

Is Poole Unit 272 of the Sea Cadet Corps a legitimate charity?

Yes. Poole Unit 272 of the Sea Cadet Corps is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 301170) 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 Poole Unit 272 of the Sea Cadet Corps's charity number?

Poole Unit 272 of the Sea Cadet Corps's charity number is 301170. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 301170?

Search 301170 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 Poole Unit 272 of the Sea Cadet Corps do?

Poole Sea Cadets provides training for young people aged 12 to 18 based on Naval Traditions and Discipline.Our activities include sailing to RYA standards, Pulling (rowing) Adventure Training, PT, Shooting and Swimming. We have an active band which performs at functions & ceremonies.Cadets can train in specialisations from Catering through Radio Operator to Electrical & Mechanical Engineering

Does Poole Unit 272 of the Sea Cadet Corps have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Poole Unit 272 of the Sea Cadet Corps. 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 Poole Unit 272 of the Sea Cadet Corps?

Poole Unit 272 of the Sea Cadet Corps's website is http://units.ms-sc.org/poole/default — 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/301170).