--- title: "The Southwell Trust — check charity number NIC100996 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Southwell Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC100996. The relief of those in need by reason of youth charity based in Downpatrick. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-southwell-trust retrieved: 2026-08-28T05:49:57.460Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Southwell Trust is a registered charity (number NIC100996) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of youth; age; ill-health. Its latest reported income was £21,949 (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 Southwell Trust? Registered charity number NIC100996 Status Registered (active) Charity type Scheme Location Downpatrick Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £21,949 ## What does The Southwell Trust do? Upon trust that the said Almhouses and gardens forever thereafter be employed as a dwelling or residence for six old men and six old women, and that the said two schoolhouses should be for ever thereafter employed as the same were then used, that is to say - one school house for the reception and education of ten poor boys and for the dwelling of the schoolmaster and the other school house for the reception and education of ten poor girls and the dwelling of the school mistress ## What causes is The Southwell Trust registered for? The relief of those in need by reason of youthageill-health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Southwell Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Southwell 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-southwell-trust&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Southwell Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. The Southwell Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC100996) regulated by the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is The Southwell Trust's charity number? The Southwell Trust's charity number is NIC100996. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC100996? Search NIC100996 on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does The Southwell Trust do? Upon trust that the said Almhouses and gardens forever thereafter be employed as a dwelling or residence for six old men and six old women, and that the said two schoolhouses should be for ever thereafter employed as the same were then used, that is to say - one school house for the reception and education of ten poor boys and for the dwelling of the schoolmaster and the other school house for the reception and education of ten poor girls and the dwelling of the school mistress Does The Southwell Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Southwell 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 Northern Ireland (CCNI) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to The Southwell Trust? The Southwell Trust does not list a website in its register entry. Its official CCNI entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations. Source: Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register extract dated 2026-08-12, 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://www.charitycommissionni.org.uk/charity-search/charity-details-page/?regId=100996&subId=0).