--- title: "The Dorset Historic Churches Trust — check charity number 282790 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Dorset Historic Churches Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 282790. Religious Activities charity based in Mey House. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-dorset-historic-churches-trust retrieved: 2026-08-25T08:00:17.417Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Dorset Historic Churches Trust is a registered charity (number 282790) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: religious activities; arts/culture/heritage/science; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £152,422 (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 Dorset Historic Churches Trust? Registered charity number 282790 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location Mey House Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £152,422 Website [www.dhct.org.uk](http://www.dhct.org.uk/) ## What does The Dorset Historic Churches Trust do? The object of the trust is to assist financially with the preservation, repair, maintenance and preservation of Christian churches and chapels in Dorset. The trustees decide as a matter of policy from time to time which of those things shall be aided by grants made by them. ## What causes is The Dorset Historic Churches Trust registered for? Religious ActivitiesArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Dorset Historic Churches Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Dorset Historic Churches 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-dorset-historic-churches-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.dhct.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Dorset Historic Churches Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. The Dorset Historic Churches Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 282790) 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 Dorset Historic Churches Trust's charity number? The Dorset Historic Churches Trust's charity number is 282790. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 282790? Search 282790 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 Dorset Historic Churches Trust do? The object of the trust is to assist financially with the preservation, repair, maintenance and preservation of Christian churches and chapels in Dorset. The trustees decide as a matter of policy from time to time which of those things shall be aided by grants made by them. Does The Dorset Historic Churches Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Dorset Historic Churches 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 Dorset Historic Churches Trust? The Dorset Historic Churches Trust's website is http://www.dhct.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/282790).