--- title: "Western Keelboat Association — check charity number 1213187 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Western Keelboat Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1213187. Amateur Sport charity based in Otford. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/western-keelboat-association retrieved: 2026-08-23T17:00:24.645Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Western Keelboat Association is a registered charity (number 1213187) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: amateur sport. 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 Western Keelboat Association? Registered charity number 1213187 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Otford Website [www.wkasailing.co.uk](http://www.wkasailing.co.uk/) ## What does Western Keelboat Association do? The promotion of the amateur sport of keelboat sailing, in particular through: the provision and maintenance of sailing vessels, equipment, and associated facilities/resources, for use by individuals of all abilities; providing training, coaching, and opportunities for skill development in keelboat sailing, with particular regard to students and young people. ## What causes is Western Keelboat Association registered for? Amateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Western Keelboat Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Western Keelboat 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=western-keelboat-association&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.wkasailing.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Western Keelboat Association a legitimate charity? Yes. Western Keelboat Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1213187) 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 Western Keelboat Association's charity number? Western Keelboat Association's charity number is 1213187. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1213187? Search 1213187 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 Western Keelboat Association do? The promotion of the amateur sport of keelboat sailing, in particular through: the provision and maintenance of sailing vessels, equipment, and associated facilities/resources, for use by individuals of all abilities; providing training, coaching, and opportunities for skill development in keelboat sailing, with particular regard to students and young people. Does Western Keelboat Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Western Keelboat 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 Western Keelboat Association? Western Keelboat Association's website is http://www.wkasailing.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/1213187).