--- title: "Acle and District Men's Shed — check charity number 1197039 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Acle and District Men's Shed a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1197039. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Bridewell Lane. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/acle-and-district-men-s-shed retrieved: 2026-08-18T05:21:19.449Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Acle and District Men's Shed is a registered charity (number 1197039) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; disability. Its latest reported income was £4,139 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Acle and District Men's Shed? Registered charity number 1197039 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Bridewell Lane Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £4,139 ## What does Acle and District Men's Shed do? The Acle and District Men's Shed provides a dedicated space where men and women aged 18 and overcan socialise, learn from each other and serve the local community through the engagement ofconstructive activities. These activities are often, though not exclusively, practical in nature such as woodworking and DIY skills, and involve working together on joint projects. ## What causes is Acle and District Men's Shed registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingDisability ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Acle and District Men's Shed yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Acle and District Men's Shed 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=acle-and-district-men-s-shed&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Acle and District Men's Shed a legitimate charity? Yes. Acle and District Men's Shed is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1197039) 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 Acle and District Men's Shed's charity number? Acle and District Men's Shed's charity number is 1197039. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1197039? Search 1197039 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 Acle and District Men's Shed do? The Acle and District Men's Shed provides a dedicated space where men and women aged 18 and overcan socialise, learn from each other and serve the local community through the engagement ofconstructive activities. These activities are often, though not exclusively, practical in nature such as woodworking and DIY skills, and involve working together on joint projects. Does Acle and District Men's Shed have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Acle and District Men's Shed. 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 Acle and District Men's Shed? Acle and District Men's Shed does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/1197039).