--- title: "The William Chester Estate Charity — check charity number 233327 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The William Chester Estate Charity a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 233327. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in 23 North Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-william-chester-estate-charity retrieved: 2026-08-28T15:16:46.429Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The William Chester Estate Charity is a registered charity (number 233327) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; religious activities. Its latest reported income was £12,965 (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 William Chester Estate Charity? Registered charity number 233327 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location 23 North Street Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £12,965 ## What does The William Chester Estate Charity do? Relief of those in need, hardship or distress, in the parishes of Burton on the Wolds, Buckminster, Croxton Kerrial, Knipton, Barkstone le Vale and Harby. The trustees may also assist someone who qualifies for assistance who resides outside the area of benefit or who is a temporary resident in the area of benefit. ## What causes is The William Chester Estate Charity registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The William Chester Estate Charity yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The William Chester Estate Charity 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-william-chester-estate-charity&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The William Chester Estate Charity a legitimate charity? Yes. The William Chester Estate Charity is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 233327) 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 William Chester Estate Charity's charity number? The William Chester Estate Charity's charity number is 233327. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 233327? Search 233327 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 William Chester Estate Charity do? Relief of those in need, hardship or distress, in the parishes of Burton on the Wolds, Buckminster, Croxton Kerrial, Knipton, Barkstone le Vale and Harby. The trustees may also assist someone who qualifies for assistance who resides outside the area of benefit or who is a temporary resident in the area of benefit. Does The William Chester Estate Charity have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The William Chester Estate Charity. 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 William Chester Estate Charity? The William Chester Estate Charity does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/233327).