--- title: "The Louth Civic Trust — check charity number 256578 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Louth Civic Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 256578. Environment/conservation/heritage charity based in 127 Eastgate. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-louth-civic-trust retrieved: 2026-08-26T20:32:42.583Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Louth Civic Trust is a registered charity (number 256578) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: environment/conservation/heritage; economic/community development/employment. Its latest reported income was £358 (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 Louth Civic Trust? Registered charity number 256578 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 127 Eastgate Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £358 Website [LouthCivicTrust.org](http://louthcivictrust.org/) ## What does The Louth Civic Trust do? The preservation of the character of Louth, in particular the conservation area, and also the surrounding area. ## What causes is The Louth Civic Trust registered for? Environment/conservation/heritageEconomic/community Development/employment ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Louth Civic Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Louth Civic 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-louth-civic-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://louthcivictrust.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Louth Civic Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. The Louth Civic Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 256578) 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 Louth Civic Trust's charity number? The Louth Civic Trust's charity number is 256578. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 256578? Search 256578 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 Louth Civic Trust do? The preservation of the character of Louth, in particular the conservation area, and also the surrounding area. Does The Louth Civic Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Louth Civic 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 Louth Civic Trust? The Louth Civic Trust's website is http://LouthCivicTrust.org — 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/256578).