--- title: "St James's Church, Ryde — check charity number 1181957 | CharityCompare" description: "Is St James's Church, Ryde a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1181957. Religious Activities charity based in Ryde. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/st-james-s-church-ryde retrieved: 2026-08-25T12:22:02.883Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer St James's Church, Ryde is a registered charity (number 1181957) 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 £146,268 (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 St James's Church, Ryde? Registered charity number 1181957 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Ryde Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £146,268 Website [www.stjamesryde.com](https://www.stjamesryde.com/) ## What does St James's Church, Ryde do? St James's Church, Ryde seeks to advance the Christian faith in accordance with the Basis of Faith as laid down in the Constitution, primarily but not exclusively to the benefit of the people of Ryde and the rest of the Isle of Wight. ## What causes is St James's Church, Ryde registered for? Religious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for St James's Church, Ryde yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. St James's Church, Ryde 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=st-james-s-church-ryde&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.stjamesryde.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is St James's Church, Ryde a legitimate charity? Yes. St James's Church, Ryde is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1181957) 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 St James's Church, Ryde's charity number? St James's Church, Ryde's charity number is 1181957. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1181957? Search 1181957 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 St James's Church, Ryde do? St James's Church, Ryde seeks to advance the Christian faith in accordance with the Basis of Faith as laid down in the Constitution, primarily but not exclusively to the benefit of the people of Ryde and the rest of the Isle of Wight. Does St James's Church, Ryde have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for St James's Church, Ryde. 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 St James's Church, Ryde? St James's Church, Ryde's website is https://www.stjamesryde.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/1181957).