--- title: "Whitley Women's Institute — check charity number 519117 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Whitley Women's Institute a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 519117. Education/training charity based in Northwich Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/whitley-women-s-institute retrieved: 2026-08-24T03:47:01.050Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Whitley Women's Institute is a registered charity (number 519117) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; amateur sport. Its latest reported income was £5,123 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Whitley Women's Institute? Registered charity number 519117 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Northwich Road Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £5,123 Website [www.whitleywi.org.uk](http://www.whitleywi.org.uk/) ## What does Whitley Women's Institute do? Local Whitley branch of the WI, providing education, entertainment,support and a voice for all women. We promote rural initiatives, the environment, and the countryside. We have monthly meetings with a speaker, regular outings, sports and leisure activities. See our website for more information ## What causes is Whitley Women's Institute registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Whitley Women's Institute yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Whitley Women's Institute 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=whitley-women-s-institute&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.whitleywi.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Whitley Women's Institute a legitimate charity? Yes. Whitley Women's Institute is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 519117) 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 Whitley Women's Institute's charity number? Whitley Women's Institute's charity number is 519117. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 519117? Search 519117 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 Whitley Women's Institute do? Local Whitley branch of the WI, providing education, entertainment,support and a voice for all women. We promote rural initiatives, the environment, and the countryside. We have monthly meetings with a speaker, regular outings, sports and leisure activities. See our website for more information Does Whitley Women's Institute have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Whitley Women's Institute. 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 Whitley Women's Institute? Whitley Women's Institute's website is http://www.whitleywi.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/519117).