--- title: "The Barnes Charitable Trust — check charity number 1002338 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Barnes Charitable Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1002338. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Summerlea. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-barnes-charitable-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T22:48:59.758Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Barnes Charitable Trust is a registered charity (number 1002338) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £18,978 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 The Barnes Charitable Trust? Registered charity number 1002338 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Summerlea Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £18,978 Website [www.barnescharitabletrust.org.uk](http://www.barnescharitabletrust.org.uk/) ## What does The Barnes Charitable Trust do? The Charity manages Ashmeadow Woodlands in the village of Arnside. It comprises of mixed woodland, orchards, a walled garden and allotments. It is open to the public and has a number of footpaths with seats and interpretation boards. When finances permit the Charity offers grants to local groups, or individuals, for anything that will further the aims of the Charity. ## What causes is The Barnes Charitable Trust registered for? General Charitable PurposesEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Barnes Charitable Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Barnes Charitable 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=the-barnes-charitable-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.barnescharitabletrust.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Barnes Charitable Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. The Barnes Charitable Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1002338) 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 The Barnes Charitable Trust's charity number? The Barnes Charitable Trust's charity number is 1002338. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1002338? Search 1002338 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 The Barnes Charitable Trust do? The Charity manages Ashmeadow Woodlands in the village of Arnside. It comprises of mixed woodland, orchards, a walled garden and allotments. It is open to the public and has a number of footpaths with seats and interpretation boards. When finances permit the Charity offers grants to local groups, or individuals, for anything that will further the aims of the Charity. Does The Barnes Charitable Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Barnes Charitable 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 The Barnes Charitable Trust? The Barnes Charitable Trust's website is http://www.barnescharitabletrust.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/1002338).