--- title: "Ridgeway Church St Albans — check charity number 1179002 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ridgeway Church St Albans a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1179002. Religious Activities charity based in St. Albans. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ridgeway-church-st-albans retrieved: 2026-08-23T21:00:59.325Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ridgeway Church St Albans is a registered charity (number 1179002) 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 £152,268 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Ridgeway Church St Albans? Registered charity number 1179002 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location St. Albans Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £152,268 Website [www.ridgewaychurch.net](http://www.ridgewaychurch.net/) ## What does Ridgeway Church St Albans do? The purposes are:The advancement of the Christian faith in St Albans through Bible teaching.Activities that are, in the opinion of the church members, consistent with the Christian faith: relief of hardship of those in need; the education and social welfare of those known to church members. These are undertaken consistent with the doctrinal distinctives stated in the church handbook. ## What causes is Ridgeway Church St Albans registered for? Religious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ridgeway Church St Albans yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ridgeway Church St Albans 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=ridgeway-church-st-albans&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ridgewaychurch.net/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ridgeway Church St Albans a legitimate charity? Yes. Ridgeway Church St Albans is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1179002) 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 Ridgeway Church St Albans's charity number? Ridgeway Church St Albans's charity number is 1179002. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1179002? Search 1179002 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 Ridgeway Church St Albans do? The purposes are:The advancement of the Christian faith in St Albans through Bible teaching.Activities that are, in the opinion of the church members, consistent with the Christian faith: relief of hardship of those in need; the education and social welfare of those known to church members. These are undertaken consistent with the doctrinal distinctives stated in the church handbook. Does Ridgeway Church St Albans have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ridgeway Church St Albans. 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 Ridgeway Church St Albans? Ridgeway Church St Albans's website is http://www.ridgewaychurch.net — 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/1179002).