--- title: "The Lyme Trust — check charity number 1048549 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Lyme Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1048549. Accommodation/housing charity based in 37 London Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-lyme-trust retrieved: 2026-08-26T20:28:52.629Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Lyme Trust is a registered charity (number 1048549) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: accommodation/housing. Its latest reported income was £1,471,765 (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 Lyme Trust? Registered charity number 1048549 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 37 London Road Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £1,471,765 Website [www.thelymetrust.com](http://www.thelymetrust.com/) ## What does The Lyme Trust do? The Lyme Trust's mission is to provide safe, supported accommodation and life skill's to people with mild to moderate mental health conditions with the aim's of a return to independent living and the prevention of homelessnessThe Lyme Trust was set up in 1974 to support people with mild to moderate mental health needs. We offer supported accommodation within Newcastle u Lyme. ## What causes is The Lyme Trust registered for? Accommodation/housing ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Lyme Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Lyme 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-lyme-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.thelymetrust.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Lyme Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. The Lyme Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1048549) 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 Lyme Trust's charity number? The Lyme Trust's charity number is 1048549. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1048549? Search 1048549 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 Lyme Trust do? The Lyme Trust's mission is to provide safe, supported accommodation and life skill's to people with mild to moderate mental health conditions with the aim's of a return to independent living and the prevention of homelessnessThe Lyme Trust was set up in 1974 to support people with mild to moderate mental health needs. We offer supported accommodation within Newcastle u Lyme. Does The Lyme Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Lyme 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 Lyme Trust? The Lyme Trust's website is http://www.thelymetrust.com — 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/1048549).