--- title: "Samaritans of Taunton and Somerset — check charity number 1170637 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Samaritans of Taunton and Somerset a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1170637. Education/training charity based in 16 Wood Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/samaritans-of-taunton-and-somerset retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:40:05.100Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Samaritans of Taunton and Somerset is a registered charity (number 1170637) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £38,732 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Samaritans of Taunton and Somerset? Registered charity number 1170637 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 16 Wood Street Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £38,732 Website [www.tauntonsamaritans.org.uk](http://www.tauntonsamaritans.org.uk/) ## What does Samaritans of Taunton and Somerset do? To listen & talk with persons who are suicidal or in a state of emotional distress who are resident in the Taunton & Somerset area but not exclusively to that area. The volunteers are selected and trained to undertake the sensitive task of listening to callers and help them resolve their issues in accordance with laid down procedures. ## What causes is Samaritans of Taunton and Somerset registered for? Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Samaritans of Taunton and Somerset yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Samaritans of Taunton and Somerset 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=samaritans-of-taunton-and-somerset&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.tauntonsamaritans.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Samaritans of Taunton and Somerset a legitimate charity? Yes. Samaritans of Taunton and Somerset is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1170637) 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 Samaritans of Taunton and Somerset's charity number? Samaritans of Taunton and Somerset's charity number is 1170637. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1170637? Search 1170637 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 Samaritans of Taunton and Somerset do? To listen & talk with persons who are suicidal or in a state of emotional distress who are resident in the Taunton & Somerset area but not exclusively to that area. The volunteers are selected and trained to undertake the sensitive task of listening to callers and help them resolve their issues in accordance with laid down procedures. Does Samaritans of Taunton and Somerset have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Samaritans of Taunton and Somerset. 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 Samaritans of Taunton and Somerset? Samaritans of Taunton and Somerset's website is http://www.tauntonsamaritans.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/1170637).