---
title: "Somerset Churches Trust — check charity number 1055840 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Somerset Churches Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1055840. Environment/conservation/heritage charity based in Bath. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/somerset-churches-trust
retrieved: 2026-08-25T00:12:06.270Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Somerset Churches Trust is a registered charity (number 1055840) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £26,913 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Somerset Churches Trust?

Registered charity number

1055840

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Trust

Location

Bath

Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30)

£26,913

Website

[www.somersetchurchestrust.org](http://www.somersetchurchestrust.org/)

## What does Somerset Churches Trust do?

Restoration, preservation and repair of churches, chapels in the historic County of Somerset.

## What causes is Somerset Churches Trust registered for?

Environment/conservation/heritage

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Somerset Churches Trust yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Somerset Churches Trust 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=somerset-churches-trust&type=claim)
[Visit charity website](http://www.somersetchurchestrust.org/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is Somerset Churches Trust a legitimate charity?

Yes. Somerset Churches Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1055840) 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 Somerset Churches Trust's charity number?

Somerset Churches Trust's charity number is 1055840. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1055840?

Search 1055840 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 Somerset Churches Trust do?

Restoration, preservation and repair of churches, chapels in the historic County of Somerset.

Does Somerset Churches Trust have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Somerset Churches Trust. 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 Somerset Churches Trust?

Somerset Churches Trust's website is http://www.somersetchurchestrust.org — 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/1055840).