--- title: "Preston Baptist Church, Paignton — check charity number 1199476 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Preston Baptist Church, Paignton a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1199476. Religious Activities charity based in Old Torquay Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/preston-baptist-church-paignton retrieved: 2026-08-24T20:13:24.422Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Preston Baptist Church, Paignton is a registered charity (number 1199476) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: religious activities. Its latest reported income was £153,443 (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 Preston Baptist Church, Paignton? Registered charity number 1199476 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Old Torquay Road Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £153,443 Website [www.prestonbaptistchurch.com](http://www.prestonbaptistchurch.com/) ## What does Preston Baptist Church, Paignton do? The Charity currently has no current activities. ## What causes is Preston Baptist Church, Paignton registered for? Religious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Preston Baptist Church, Paignton yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Preston Baptist Church, Paignton 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=preston-baptist-church-paignton&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.prestonbaptistchurch.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Preston Baptist Church, Paignton a legitimate charity? Yes. Preston Baptist Church, Paignton is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1199476) 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 Preston Baptist Church, Paignton's charity number? Preston Baptist Church, Paignton's charity number is 1199476. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1199476? Search 1199476 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 Preston Baptist Church, Paignton do? The Charity currently has no current activities. Does Preston Baptist Church, Paignton have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Preston Baptist Church, Paignton. 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 Preston Baptist Church, Paignton? Preston Baptist Church, Paignton's website is http://www.prestonbaptistchurch.com — 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/1199476).