--- title: "Rye Baptist Church — check charity number 1188057 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Rye Baptist Church a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1188057. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Cinque Ports Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/rye-baptist-church retrieved: 2026-08-24T22:17:09.628Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Rye Baptist Church is a registered charity (number 1188057) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; the prevention or relief of poverty; religious activities. Its latest reported income was £120,037 (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 Rye Baptist Church? Registered charity number 1188057 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Cinque Ports Street Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £120,037 Website [www.ryebaptistchurch.co.uk](http://www.ryebaptistchurch.co.uk/) ## What does Rye Baptist Church do? The advancement of the Christian Faith according to the principles of the Baptist denomination. The Church may also advance education and carry out other charitable purposes in the United Kingdom and or other parts of the world. As the overseeing charity of Rye Foodbank, to further such charitable purposes that promote the alleviation of poverty and relief of need in the local area. ## What causes is Rye Baptist Church registered for? General Charitable PurposesThe Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Rye Baptist Church yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Rye Baptist Church 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=rye-baptist-church&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ryebaptistchurch.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Rye Baptist Church a legitimate charity? Yes. Rye Baptist Church is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1188057) 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 Rye Baptist Church's charity number? Rye Baptist Church's charity number is 1188057. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1188057? Search 1188057 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 Rye Baptist Church do? The advancement of the Christian Faith according to the principles of the Baptist denomination. The Church may also advance education and carry out other charitable purposes in the United Kingdom and or other parts of the world. As the overseeing charity of Rye Foodbank, to further such charitable purposes that promote the alleviation of poverty and relief of need in the local area. Does Rye Baptist Church have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Rye Baptist Church. 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 Rye Baptist Church? Rye Baptist Church's website is http://www.ryebaptistchurch.co.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/1188057).