--- title: "South Shields Harriers and Athletics Club — check charity number 1196522 | CharityCompare" description: "Is South Shields Harriers and Athletics Club a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1196522. Amateur Sport charity based in South Shields. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/south-shields-harriers-and-athletics-club retrieved: 2026-08-25T02:22:20.115Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer South Shields Harriers and Athletics Club is a registered charity (number 1196522) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: amateur sport; recreation. Its latest reported income was £14,278 (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 South Shields Harriers and Athletics Club? Registered charity number 1196522 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location South Shields Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £14,278 Website [southshieldsharriers.co.uk](http://southshieldsharriers.co.uk/) ## What does South Shields Harriers and Athletics Club do? We are a local running and athletics club, based in South Shields, Tyne and Wear. We promote the sport of running and athletics and provide inclusive support to members and volunteers to improve their physical and mental wellbeing via amateur athletics and running development. ## What causes is South Shields Harriers and Athletics Club registered for? Amateur SportRecreation ## Why is there no Clarity Score for South Shields Harriers and Athletics Club yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. South Shields Harriers and Athletics Club 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=south-shields-harriers-and-athletics-club&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://southshieldsharriers.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is South Shields Harriers and Athletics Club a legitimate charity? Yes. South Shields Harriers and Athletics Club is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1196522) 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 South Shields Harriers and Athletics Club's charity number? South Shields Harriers and Athletics Club's charity number is 1196522. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1196522? Search 1196522 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 South Shields Harriers and Athletics Club do? We are a local running and athletics club, based in South Shields, Tyne and Wear. We promote the sport of running and athletics and provide inclusive support to members and volunteers to improve their physical and mental wellbeing via amateur athletics and running development. Does South Shields Harriers and Athletics Club have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for South Shields Harriers and Athletics Club. 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 South Shields Harriers and Athletics Club? South Shields Harriers and Athletics Club's website is http://southshieldsharriers.co.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/1196522).