--- title: "Ryde Inshore Rescue — check charity number 278166 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ryde Inshore Rescue a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 278166. Amateur Sport charity based in Appley Lane. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ryde-inshore-rescue retrieved: 2026-08-24T21:14:10.960Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ryde Inshore Rescue is a registered charity (number 278166) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: amateur sport. Its latest reported income was £44,752 (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 Ryde Inshore Rescue? Registered charity number 278166 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Appley Lane Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £44,752 Website [www.rydeinshorerescue.org](http://www.rydeinshorerescue.org/) ## What does Ryde Inshore Rescue do? Provides emergancy service in the form of Inshore Lifeboat in the south East Solent waters between Hampshire and the Isle of Wight and provides support, guidance and advice on keeping these waters safe. ## What causes is Ryde Inshore Rescue registered for? Amateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ryde Inshore Rescue yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ryde Inshore Rescue 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=ryde-inshore-rescue&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.rydeinshorerescue.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ryde Inshore Rescue a legitimate charity? Yes. Ryde Inshore Rescue is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 278166) 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 Ryde Inshore Rescue's charity number? Ryde Inshore Rescue's charity number is 278166. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 278166? Search 278166 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 Ryde Inshore Rescue do? Provides emergancy service in the form of Inshore Lifeboat in the south East Solent waters between Hampshire and the Isle of Wight and provides support, guidance and advice on keeping these waters safe. Does Ryde Inshore Rescue have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ryde Inshore Rescue. 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 Ryde Inshore Rescue? Ryde Inshore Rescue's website is http://www.rydeinshorerescue.org — 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/278166).