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title: "Sherborne Museum — check charity number 1176535 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Sherborne Museum a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1176535. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Church Lane. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/sherborne-museum
retrieved: 2026-08-24T06:07:41.161Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Sherborne Museum is a registered charity (number 1176535) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £47,279 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Sherborne Museum?

Registered charity number

1176535

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Church Lane

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£47,279

Website

[www.sherbornemuseum.com](http://www.sherbornemuseum.com/)

## What does Sherborne Museum do?

Sherborne Museum aims to increase public awareness, appreciation and understanding of Sherborne's natural, historic and cultural heritage through the acquisition, preservation and display of a unique collection of items that are particularly relevant to the area. We aim to provide a centre of inspiration, education and enjoyment for all in a friendly and welcoming environment.

## What causes is Sherborne Museum registered for?

Arts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Sherborne Museum yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Sherborne Museum 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Sherborne Museum a legitimate charity?

Yes. Sherborne Museum is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1176535) 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 Sherborne Museum's charity number?

Sherborne Museum's charity number is 1176535. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1176535?

Search 1176535 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 Sherborne Museum do?

Sherborne Museum aims to increase public awareness, appreciation and understanding of Sherborne's natural, historic and cultural heritage through the acquisition, preservation and display of a unique collection of items that are particularly relevant to the area. We aim to provide a centre of inspiration, education and enjoyment for all in a friendly and welcoming environment.

Does Sherborne Museum have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Sherborne Museum. 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 Sherborne Museum?

Sherborne Museum's website is http://www.sherbornemuseum.com — 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/1176535).