--- title: "The River Church Newcastle — check charity number 1209601 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The River Church Newcastle a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1209601. Religious Activities charity based in Wallsend. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-river-church-newcastle retrieved: 2026-08-27T22:56:42.075Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The River Church Newcastle is a registered charity (number 1209601) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: religious activities. Its latest reported income was £71,586 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 River Church Newcastle? Registered charity number 1209601 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Wallsend Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £71,586 Website [www.theriverchurch.co.uk](http://www.theriverchurch.co.uk/) ## What does The River Church Newcastle do? Advancement of the Christian faith, proclaiming the Christian gospel through word and deed in Newcastle and beyond through Sunday and midweek gatherings. Relieving of financial hardship or other economic or social disadvantage. ## What causes is The River Church Newcastle registered for? Religious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The River Church Newcastle yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The River Church Newcastle 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-river-church-newcastle&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.theriverchurch.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The River Church Newcastle a legitimate charity? Yes. The River Church Newcastle is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1209601) 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 River Church Newcastle's charity number? The River Church Newcastle's charity number is 1209601. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1209601? Search 1209601 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 River Church Newcastle do? Advancement of the Christian faith, proclaiming the Christian gospel through word and deed in Newcastle and beyond through Sunday and midweek gatherings. Relieving of financial hardship or other economic or social disadvantage. Does The River Church Newcastle have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The River Church Newcastle. 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 River Church Newcastle? The River Church Newcastle's website is http://www.theriverchurch.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/1209601).