--- title: "The Engine Shed — check charity number 1187504 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Engine Shed a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1187504. Disability charity based in Emmer Green. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-engine-shed retrieved: 2026-08-25T11:02:45.414Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Engine Shed is a registered charity (number 1187504) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: disability. Its latest reported income was £33,470 (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 Engine Shed? Registered charity number 1187504 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Emmer Green Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £33,470 Website [www.theengineshed.org.uk](http://www.theengineshed.org.uk/) ## What does The Engine Shed do? The Engine Shed is a special interest group for autistic children, young people and adults which was established in 2009. The group was set up by parents and carers in response to the lack of welcoming and supportive recreational facilities for our autistic children. There are two groups: one in Reading and one in NE London. ## What causes is The Engine Shed registered for? Disability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Engine Shed yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Engine Shed 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-engine-shed&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.theengineshed.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Engine Shed a legitimate charity? Yes. The Engine Shed is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1187504) 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 Engine Shed's charity number? The Engine Shed's charity number is 1187504. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1187504? Search 1187504 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 Engine Shed do? The Engine Shed is a special interest group for autistic children, young people and adults which was established in 2009. The group was set up by parents and carers in response to the lack of welcoming and supportive recreational facilities for our autistic children. There are two groups: one in Reading and one in NE London. Does The Engine Shed have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Engine Shed. 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 Engine Shed? The Engine Shed's website is http://www.theengineshed.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/1187504).