--- title: "United Kingdom Practical Shooting Association — check charity number 277566 | CharityCompare" description: "Is United Kingdom Practical Shooting Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 277566. Education/training charity based in 5 Brayford Square. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/united-kingdom-practical-shooting-association retrieved: 2026-08-23T07:15:09.438Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer United Kingdom Practical Shooting Association is a registered charity (number 277566) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; amateur sport. Its latest reported income was £130,583 (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 United Kingdom Practical Shooting Association? Registered charity number 277566 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location 5 Brayford Square Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £130,583 Website [www.ukpsa.org](http://www.ukpsa.org/) ## What does United Kingdom Practical Shooting Association do? The UKPSA advances the amateur sport of practical shooting and dynamic marksmanship through instruction and practice in the use of firearms in competition. It develops shooting skills in His Majesty's subjects so that they are better fitted to serve their country in the Armed Forces, Territorial Army or any other organisation in which their services may be required in the defence of the realm. ## What causes is United Kingdom Practical Shooting Association registered for? Education/trainingAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for United Kingdom Practical Shooting Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. United Kingdom Practical Shooting Association 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=united-kingdom-practical-shooting-association&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ukpsa.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is United Kingdom Practical Shooting Association a legitimate charity? Yes. United Kingdom Practical Shooting Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 277566) 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 United Kingdom Practical Shooting Association's charity number? United Kingdom Practical Shooting Association's charity number is 277566. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 277566? Search 277566 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 United Kingdom Practical Shooting Association do? The UKPSA advances the amateur sport of practical shooting and dynamic marksmanship through instruction and practice in the use of firearms in competition. It develops shooting skills in His Majesty's subjects so that they are better fitted to serve their country in the Armed Forces, Territorial Army or any other organisation in which their services may be required in the defence of the realm. Does United Kingdom Practical Shooting Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for United Kingdom Practical Shooting Association. 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 United Kingdom Practical Shooting Association? United Kingdom Practical Shooting Association's website is http://www.ukpsa.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/277566).