--- title: "Wesley Methodist Church — check charity number 1138016 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Wesley Methodist Church a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1138016. Religious Activities charity based in St. John Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/wesley-methodist-church retrieved: 2026-08-23T09:09:50.367Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Wesley Methodist Church is a registered charity (number 1138016) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: religious activities; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £309,804 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Wesley Methodist Church? Registered charity number 1138016 Status Registered (active) Charity type Previously excepted Location St. John Street Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £309,804 Website [www.wesleychester.co.uk](http://www.wesleychester.co.uk/) ## What does Wesley Methodist Church do? Wesley is Christian faith community offering regular Christian worship and community hospitality through its premises during the week, including arts and music events and exhibitions, cafe facilities (via its affiliated company, Wesley Coffee Bar), creche and toddler groups, community bread making sessions and lettings to a variety of local groups. ## What causes is Wesley Methodist Church registered for? Religious ActivitiesArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Wesley Methodist Church yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Wesley Methodist Church 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=wesley-methodist-church&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.wesleychester.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Wesley Methodist Church a legitimate charity? Yes. Wesley Methodist Church is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1138016) 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 Wesley Methodist Church's charity number? Wesley Methodist Church's charity number is 1138016. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1138016? Search 1138016 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 Wesley Methodist Church do? Wesley is Christian faith community offering regular Christian worship and community hospitality through its premises during the week, including arts and music events and exhibitions, cafe facilities (via its affiliated company, Wesley Coffee Bar), creche and toddler groups, community bread making sessions and lettings to a variety of local groups. Does Wesley Methodist Church have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Wesley Methodist Church. 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 Wesley Methodist Church? Wesley Methodist Church's website is http://www.wesleychester.co.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/1138016).