--- title: "Alton Counselling Service — check charity number 279857 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Alton Counselling Service a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 279857. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in Alton. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/alton-counselling-service retrieved: 2026-08-18T17:48:47.148Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Alton Counselling Service is a registered charity (number 279857) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £61,505 (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 Alton Counselling Service? Registered charity number 279857 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location Alton Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £61,505 Website [www.altoncounselling.org.uk](http://www.altoncounselling.org.uk/) ## What does Alton Counselling Service do? Alton Counselling Service aims to provide high quality counselling, for an individually negotiated donation which ensures nobody is refused counselling for financial reasons. We provide a safe environment and an assurance of confidentiality which gives clients the opportunity to talk through and reflect upon difficulties which we can all experience from time to time in life. ## What causes is Alton Counselling Service registered for? The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Alton Counselling Service yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Alton Counselling Service 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=alton-counselling-service&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.altoncounselling.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Alton Counselling Service a legitimate charity? Yes. Alton Counselling Service is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 279857) 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 Alton Counselling Service's charity number? Alton Counselling Service's charity number is 279857. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 279857? Search 279857 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 Alton Counselling Service do? Alton Counselling Service aims to provide high quality counselling, for an individually negotiated donation which ensures nobody is refused counselling for financial reasons. We provide a safe environment and an assurance of confidentiality which gives clients the opportunity to talk through and reflect upon difficulties which we can all experience from time to time in life. Does Alton Counselling Service have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Alton Counselling Service. 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 Alton Counselling Service? Alton Counselling Service's website is http://www.altoncounselling.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/279857).