--- title: "Vale Slsc — check charity number 1178520 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Vale Slsc a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1178520. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in Barry. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/vale-slsc retrieved: 2026-08-23T01:52:07.634Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Vale Slsc is a registered charity (number 1178520) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health or saving of lives; amateur sport. Its latest reported income was £33,559 (year ending 2024-10-31). 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 Vale Slsc? Registered charity number 1178520 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Barry Latest income (year ending 2024-10-31) £33,559 Website [valeslsc.org.uk](http://valeslsc.org.uk/) ## What does Vale Slsc do? The promotion and provision of surf life saving training, qualifications and sport. Voluntary beach patrols in the Vale of Glamorgan. ## What causes is Vale Slsc registered for? The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Vale Slsc yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Vale Slsc 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=vale-slsc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://valeslsc.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Vale Slsc a legitimate charity? Yes. Vale Slsc is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1178520) 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 Vale Slsc's charity number? Vale Slsc's charity number is 1178520. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1178520? Search 1178520 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 Vale Slsc do? The promotion and provision of surf life saving training, qualifications and sport. Voluntary beach patrols in the Vale of Glamorgan. Does Vale Slsc have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Vale Slsc. 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 Vale Slsc? Vale Slsc's website is http://valeslsc.org.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/1178520).