--- title: "The Forge (Binfield Heath) — check charity number 1198744 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Forge (Binfield Heath) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1198744. Education/training charity based in Binfield Heath. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-forge-binfield-heath retrieved: 2026-08-25T15:19:50.491Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Forge (Binfield Heath) is a registered charity (number 1198744) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; recreation. Its latest reported income was £27,623 (year ending 2025-04-30). 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 Forge (Binfield Heath)? Registered charity number 1198744 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Binfield Heath Latest income (year ending 2025-04-30) £27,623 ## What does The Forge (Binfield Heath) do? When ready the building will provide opportunities for activities ## What causes is The Forge (Binfield Heath) registered for? Education/trainingRecreation ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Forge (Binfield Heath) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Forge (Binfield Heath) 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-forge-binfield-heath&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Forge (Binfield Heath) a legitimate charity? Yes. The Forge (Binfield Heath) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1198744) 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 Forge (Binfield Heath)'s charity number? The Forge (Binfield Heath)'s charity number is 1198744. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1198744? Search 1198744 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 Forge (Binfield Heath) do? When ready the building will provide opportunities for activities Does The Forge (Binfield Heath) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Forge (Binfield Heath). 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 Forge (Binfield Heath)? The Forge (Binfield Heath) does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/1198744).