--- title: "Surf Action — check charity number 1140191 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Surf Action a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1140191. Education/training charity based in Plymouth Devon. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/surf-action retrieved: 2026-08-26T07:09:27.515Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Surf Action is a registered charity (number 1140191) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives; disability. Its latest reported income was £6,000 (year ending 2024-10-31). 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 Surf Action? Registered charity number 1140191 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Plymouth Devon Latest income (year ending 2024-10-31) £6,000 Website [www.surfaction.co.uk](http://www.surfaction.co.uk/) ## What does Surf Action do? Surf Action helps promote and protect the physical and psychological wellbeing of serving and former serving members of the armed forces of the crown and their families who are suffering physical or psychological difficulties as a result of their service and to assist them in making the transition to civilian life. Surfing, peer group activities, signposting and emotional support are provided. ## What causes is Surf Action registered for? Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesDisability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Surf Action yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Surf Action 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=surf-action&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.surfaction.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Surf Action a legitimate charity? Yes. Surf Action is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1140191) 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 Surf Action's charity number? Surf Action's charity number is 1140191. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1140191? Search 1140191 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 Surf Action do? Surf Action helps promote and protect the physical and psychological wellbeing of serving and former serving members of the armed forces of the crown and their families who are suffering physical or psychological difficulties as a result of their service and to assist them in making the transition to civilian life. Surfing, peer group activities, signposting and emotional support are provided. Does Surf Action have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Surf Action. 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 Surf Action? Surf Action's website is http://www.surfaction.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/1140191).