--- title: "The John Clare Society — check charity number 1124846 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The John Clare Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1124846. Education/training charity based in Stotfold. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-john-clare-society retrieved: 2026-08-26T13:39:05.480Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The John Clare Society is a registered charity (number 1124846) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £18,433 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 John Clare Society? Registered charity number 1124846 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Stotfold Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £18,433 Website [www.johnclare.org.uk](http://www.johnclare.org.uk/) ## What does The John Clare Society do? The main activity of the year is the July festival in Helpston. This is a weekend of walks, talks, exhibitions, book sales, folk music and dance, concert, and lots of activities around the village. ## What causes is The John Clare Society registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The John Clare Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The John Clare Society 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-john-clare-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.johnclare.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The John Clare Society a legitimate charity? Yes. The John Clare Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1124846) 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 John Clare Society's charity number? The John Clare Society's charity number is 1124846. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1124846? Search 1124846 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 John Clare Society do? The main activity of the year is the July festival in Helpston. This is a weekend of walks, talks, exhibitions, book sales, folk music and dance, concert, and lots of activities around the village. Does The John Clare Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The John Clare Society. 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 John Clare Society? The John Clare Society's website is http://www.johnclare.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/1124846).