--- title: "Samaritans of Wigan — check charity number 1170589 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Samaritans of Wigan a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1170589. Education/training charity based in 73 Dicconson Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/samaritans-of-wigan retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:03:54.210Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Samaritans of Wigan is a registered charity (number 1170589) 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 £37,015 (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 Wigan? Registered charity number 1170589 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 73 Dicconson Street Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £37,015 Website [www.samaritans.org/branches/samaritans-wigan](http://www.samaritans.org/branches/samaritans-wigan) ## What does Samaritans of Wigan do? Being available 24 hours a day to provide emotional support to people who are experiencing feelings of emotional distress or despair, including those which may lead to suicidal thoughts or behaviour. ## What causes is Samaritans of Wigan registered for? Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Samaritans of Wigan yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Samaritans of Wigan 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-wigan&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.samaritans.org/branches/samaritans-wigan) ## Frequently asked questions Is Samaritans of Wigan a legitimate charity? Yes. Samaritans of Wigan is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1170589) 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 Wigan's charity number? Samaritans of Wigan's charity number is 1170589. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1170589? Search 1170589 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 Wigan do? Being available 24 hours a day to provide emotional support to people who are experiencing feelings of emotional distress or despair, including those which may lead to suicidal thoughts or behaviour. Does Samaritans of Wigan have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Samaritans of Wigan. 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 Wigan? Samaritans of Wigan's website is http://www.samaritans.org/branches/samaritans-wigan — 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/1170589).