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title: "The Sheppard Trust — check charity number 1133356 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is The Sheppard Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1133356. Accommodation/housing charity based in c/o Ayrton House. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-sheppard-trust
retrieved: 2026-08-28T03:55:40.157Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

The Sheppard Trust is a registered charity (number 1133356) 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 £5,904,616 (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 Sheppard Trust?

Registered charity number

1133356

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Charitable company

Location

c/o Ayrton House

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£5,904,616

Website

[www.sheppardtrust.org](http://www.sheppardtrust.org/)

## What does The Sheppard Trust do?

The Sheppard Trust is an almshouse charity. We provide housing for older women in need of low cost, comfortable and secure homes. Priority is given to those in greatest need. Residents live independently with the security of knowing their homes will remain affordable and well-maintained, and that support is on hand when needed: in emergencies or to help maintain independent living.

## What causes is The Sheppard Trust registered for?

Accommodation/housing

## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Sheppard Trust yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Sheppard 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is The Sheppard Trust a legitimate charity?

Yes. The Sheppard Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1133356) 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 Sheppard Trust's charity number?

The Sheppard Trust's charity number is 1133356. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1133356?

Search 1133356 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 Sheppard Trust do?

The Sheppard Trust is an almshouse charity. We provide housing for older women in need of low cost, comfortable and secure homes. Priority is given to those in greatest need. Residents live independently with the security of knowing their homes will remain affordable and well-maintained, and that support is on hand when needed: in emergencies or to help maintain independent living.

Does The Sheppard Trust have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Sheppard 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 Sheppard Trust?

The Sheppard Trust's website is http://www.sheppardtrust.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/1133356).