--- title: "Shirley Baptist Church, Solihull — check charity number 1197996 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Shirley Baptist Church, Solihull a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1197996. Religious Activities charity based in Stratford Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/shirley-baptist-church-solihull retrieved: 2026-08-24T08:36:07.074Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Shirley Baptist Church, Solihull is a registered charity (number 1197996) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: religious activities. Its latest reported income was £462,674 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Shirley Baptist Church, Solihull? Registered charity number 1197996 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Stratford Road Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £462,674 Website [www.shirleybaptist.org.uk](https://www.shirleybaptist.org.uk/) ## What does Shirley Baptist Church, Solihull do? The Church is evangelical Baptist and exists for the advancement of the Christian faith according to the principles of the Baptist denomination. Our purpose is "To demonstrate through our lives a Passion for God and Compassion for People". We are committed to helping people of all backgrounds to discover Jesus and to be committed to growing in faith and serving this community and the wider world. ## What causes is Shirley Baptist Church, Solihull registered for? Religious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Shirley Baptist Church, Solihull yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Shirley Baptist Church, Solihull 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=shirley-baptist-church-solihull&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.shirleybaptist.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Shirley Baptist Church, Solihull a legitimate charity? Yes. Shirley Baptist Church, Solihull is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1197996) 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 Shirley Baptist Church, Solihull's charity number? Shirley Baptist Church, Solihull's charity number is 1197996. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1197996? Search 1197996 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 Shirley Baptist Church, Solihull do? The Church is evangelical Baptist and exists for the advancement of the Christian faith according to the principles of the Baptist denomination. Our purpose is "To demonstrate through our lives a Passion for God and Compassion for People". We are committed to helping people of all backgrounds to discover Jesus and to be committed to growing in faith and serving this community and the wider world. Does Shirley Baptist Church, Solihull have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Shirley Baptist Church, Solihull. 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 Shirley Baptist Church, Solihull? Shirley Baptist Church, Solihull's website is https://www.shirleybaptist.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/1197996).