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Registered charity · No. 1172445CIO7 Cathedral Close

The Devon and Exeter Institution

The Devon and Exeter Institution is a registered charity in England & Wales working in education/training, arts/culture/heritage/science, recreation, based in 7 Cathedral Close.

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The Devon and Exeter Institution is a registered charity (number 1172445) 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; recreation. Its latest reported income was £327,561 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Devon and Exeter Institution?

Registered charity number
1172445
Status
Registered (active)
Charity type
CIO
Location
7 Cathedral Close
Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30)
£327,561

What does The Devon and Exeter Institution do?

The advancement of public education particularly in the History, Literature and Arts of the County of Devon, City of Exeter and of the South West of England generally and particularly by the provision and maintenance of a Library, Readiong Rooms and educational facilities and the advancement of heritage by the preservation of number 7 Cathedral Close Exeter for the public benefit.

What causes is The Devon and Exeter Institution registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceRecreation

Why is there no Clarity Score for The Devon and Exeter Institution yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Devon and Exeter Institution 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Devon and Exeter Institution a legitimate charity?
Yes. The Devon and Exeter Institution is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1172445) 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 Devon and Exeter Institution's charity number?
The Devon and Exeter Institution's charity number is 1172445. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 1172445?
Search 1172445 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 Devon and Exeter Institution do?
The advancement of public education particularly in the History, Literature and Arts of the County of Devon, City of Exeter and of the South West of England generally and particularly by the provision and maintenance of a Library, Readiong Rooms and educational facilities and the advancement of heritage by the preservation of number 7 Cathedral Close Exeter for the public benefit.
Does The Devon and Exeter Institution have reviews and complaints?
CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Devon and Exeter Institution. 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 Devon and Exeter Institution?
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Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.