--- title: "West Preston Methodist Church — check charity number 1178663 | CharityCompare" description: "Is West Preston Methodist Church a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1178663. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in Wellington Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/west-preston-methodist-church retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:46:16.899Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer West Preston Methodist Church is a registered charity (number 1178663) 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 £121,509 (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 West Preston Methodist Church? Registered charity number 1178663 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Wellington Road Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £121,509 Website [wpmc.co.uk](https://wpmc.co.uk/) ## What does West Preston Methodist Church do? Church and Community Centre on three sites offering various services to the local community across the west of Preston adult education, social cafe, thrift shop, sporting facilities, support and outreach groups. ## What causes is West Preston Methodist Church registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for West Preston Methodist Church yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. West Preston 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=west-preston-methodist-church&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://wpmc.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is West Preston Methodist Church a legitimate charity? Yes. West Preston Methodist Church is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1178663) 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 West Preston Methodist Church's charity number? West Preston Methodist Church's charity number is 1178663. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1178663? Search 1178663 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 West Preston Methodist Church do? Church and Community Centre on three sites offering various services to the local community across the west of Preston adult education, social cafe, thrift shop, sporting facilities, support and outreach groups. Does West Preston Methodist Church have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for West Preston 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 West Preston Methodist Church? West Preston Methodist Church's website is https://wpmc.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/1178663).