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title: "The Docklands Trail — check charity number 1171279 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is The Docklands Trail a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1171279. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Formby. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-docklands-trail
retrieved: 2026-08-25T06:53:07.441Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

The Docklands Trail is a registered charity (number 1171279) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £6,506 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Docklands Trail?

Registered charity number

1171279

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Formby

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£6,506

Website

[www.prospice21.co.uk](http://www.prospice21.co.uk/)

## What does The Docklands Trail do?

Creation of a docklands trail exhibiting the history and activity of the north Liverpool and Bootle docks, to educate and improve the aspiration of the youth of adjacent communities. To provide a unique tourist attraction to benefit the local economy and help in the regeneration of the adjacent areas.Managing the project to provide work experience for local youth and permanent employment.

## What causes is The Docklands Trail registered for?

Arts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Docklands Trail yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Docklands Trail 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)

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## Frequently asked questions

Is The Docklands Trail a legitimate charity?

Yes. The Docklands Trail is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1171279) 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 Docklands Trail's charity number?

The Docklands Trail's charity number is 1171279. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1171279?

Search 1171279 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 Docklands Trail do?

Creation of a docklands trail exhibiting the history and activity of the north Liverpool and Bootle docks, to educate and improve the aspiration of the youth of adjacent communities. To provide a unique tourist attraction to benefit the local economy and help in the regeneration of the adjacent areas.Managing the project to provide work experience for local youth and permanent employment.

Does The Docklands Trail have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Docklands Trail. 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 Docklands Trail?

The Docklands Trail's website is http://www.prospice21.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/1171279).