--- title: "Public Playing Field and Village Hall — check charity number 286472 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Public Playing Field and Village Hall a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 286472. General Charitable Purposes charity based in North Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/public-playing-field-and-village-hall retrieved: 2026-08-24T23:56:09.913Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Public Playing Field and Village Hall is a registered charity (number 286472) 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; amateur sport. Its latest reported income was £53,295 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Public Playing Field and Village Hall? Registered charity number 286472 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location North Road Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £53,295 Website [stokegiffordtrust.org.uk](http://stokegiffordtrust.org.uk/) ## What does Public Playing Field and Village Hall do? The main purpose of the charity is to manage and maintain the village halls, play area and playing fields for the inhabitants of the village and surrounding district. We aim to provide first class facilities at an affordable cost. ## What causes is Public Playing Field and Village Hall registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Public Playing Field and Village Hall yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Public Playing Field and Village Hall 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=public-playing-field-and-village-hall&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://stokegiffordtrust.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Public Playing Field and Village Hall a legitimate charity? Yes. Public Playing Field and Village Hall is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 286472) 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 Public Playing Field and Village Hall's charity number? Public Playing Field and Village Hall's charity number is 286472. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 286472? Search 286472 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 Public Playing Field and Village Hall do? The main purpose of the charity is to manage and maintain the village halls, play area and playing fields for the inhabitants of the village and surrounding district. We aim to provide first class facilities at an affordable cost. Does Public Playing Field and Village Hall have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Public Playing Field and Village Hall. 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 Public Playing Field and Village Hall? Public Playing Field and Village Hall's website is http://stokegiffordtrust.org.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/286472).