--- title: "The Friends of the Cathedral of the Forest — check charity number 1109631 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Friends of the Cathedral of the Forest a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1109631. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Newland. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-friends-of-the-cathedral-of-the-forest retrieved: 2026-08-25T22:11:42.050Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Friends of the Cathedral of the Forest is a registered charity (number 1109631) 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; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £21,963 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Friends of the Cathedral of the Forest? Registered charity number 1109631 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Newland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £21,963 Website [www.allsaintsnewland.btck.co.uk](http://www.allsaintsnewland.btck.co.uk/) ## What does The Friends of the Cathedral of the Forest do? We raise funds for the upkeep and preservation of Newland "AllSaints" Church in Gloucestershire. We hold concerts, let out the Church for concert and community activity, and we also fundraise through various grant applications, and we assist and liaise with the local Parochial Church Council on maintenance of the building(s). ## What causes is The Friends of the Cathedral of the Forest registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Friends of the Cathedral of the Forest yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Friends of the Cathedral of the Forest 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-friends-of-the-cathedral-of-the-forest&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.allsaintsnewland.btck.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Friends of the Cathedral of the Forest a legitimate charity? Yes. The Friends of the Cathedral of the Forest is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1109631) 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 Friends of the Cathedral of the Forest's charity number? The Friends of the Cathedral of the Forest's charity number is 1109631. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1109631? Search 1109631 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 Friends of the Cathedral of the Forest do? We raise funds for the upkeep and preservation of Newland "AllSaints" Church in Gloucestershire. We hold concerts, let out the Church for concert and community activity, and we also fundraise through various grant applications, and we assist and liaise with the local Parochial Church Council on maintenance of the building(s). Does The Friends of the Cathedral of the Forest have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Friends of the Cathedral of the Forest. 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 Friends of the Cathedral of the Forest? The Friends of the Cathedral of the Forest's website is http://www.allsaintsnewland.btck.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/1109631).