--- title: "Water Lane United Reformed Church Charity — check charity number 1129836 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Water Lane United Reformed Church Charity a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1129836. Religious Activities charity based in Water Lane. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/water-lane-united-reformed-church-charity retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:17:31.109Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Water Lane United Reformed Church Charity is a registered charity (number 1129836) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: religious activities; other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £95,682 (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 Water Lane United Reformed Church Charity? Registered charity number 1129836 Status Registered (active) Charity type Previously excepted Location Water Lane Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £95,682 Website [waterlaneurc.org.uk](http://waterlaneurc.org.uk/) ## What does Water Lane United Reformed Church Charity do? The Primary aim is to spread the Good News of the Gospel in Bishop' Stortford by 1) Improving and maintaining the quality of our church buildings so as to engage with the local community more effectively 2) Strive to develop and support ecumenical alliances within the area, 3) Support local and national charities and 4) Pastorally support those in either physical or mental distress. ## What causes is Water Lane United Reformed Church Charity registered for? Religious ActivitiesOther Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Water Lane United Reformed Church Charity yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Water Lane United Reformed Church 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=water-lane-united-reformed-church-charity&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://waterlaneurc.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Water Lane United Reformed Church Charity a legitimate charity? Yes. Water Lane United Reformed Church Charity is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1129836) 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 Water Lane United Reformed Church Charity's charity number? Water Lane United Reformed Church Charity's charity number is 1129836. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1129836? Search 1129836 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 Water Lane United Reformed Church Charity do? The Primary aim is to spread the Good News of the Gospel in Bishop' Stortford by 1) Improving and maintaining the quality of our church buildings so as to engage with the local community more effectively 2) Strive to develop and support ecumenical alliances within the area, 3) Support local and national charities and 4) Pastorally support those in either physical or mental distress. Does Water Lane United Reformed Church Charity have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Water Lane United Reformed Church 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 Water Lane United Reformed Church Charity? Water Lane United Reformed Church Charity's website is http://waterlaneurc.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/1129836).