--- title: "The Chartered Institute of Horticulture — check charity number 1159140 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Chartered Institute of Horticulture a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1159140. Education/training charity based in B G A House. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-chartered-institute-of-horticulture retrieved: 2026-08-24T22:32:27.402Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Chartered Institute of Horticulture is a registered charity (number 1159140) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £164,671 (year ending 2025-01-02). 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 Chartered Institute of Horticulture? Registered charity number 1159140 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location B G A House Latest income (year ending 2025-01-02) £164,671 Website [www.horticulture.org.uk](http://www.horticulture.org.uk/) ## What does The Chartered Institute of Horticulture do? The authoritative organisation representing those professionally engaged in horticulture in the UK and Ireland. It gives recognition of status within the horticulture industry and the means to network with professionals in all spheres of horticulture. It also provides the opportunity to make an effective contribution to the future of horticulture as well as its importance as a career. ## What causes is The Chartered Institute of Horticulture registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Chartered Institute of Horticulture yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Chartered Institute of Horticulture 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-chartered-institute-of-horticulture&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.horticulture.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Chartered Institute of Horticulture a legitimate charity? Yes. The Chartered Institute of Horticulture is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1159140) 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 Chartered Institute of Horticulture's charity number? The Chartered Institute of Horticulture's charity number is 1159140. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1159140? Search 1159140 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 Chartered Institute of Horticulture do? The authoritative organisation representing those professionally engaged in horticulture in the UK and Ireland. It gives recognition of status within the horticulture industry and the means to network with professionals in all spheres of horticulture. It also provides the opportunity to make an effective contribution to the future of horticulture as well as its importance as a career. Does The Chartered Institute of Horticulture have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Chartered Institute of Horticulture. 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 Chartered Institute of Horticulture? The Chartered Institute of Horticulture's website is http://www.horticulture.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/1159140).