--- title: "Andover Men's Shed — check charity number 1197346 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Andover Men's Shed a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1197346. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Unit 9 Chantry Centre. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/andover-men-s-shed retrieved: 2026-08-18T19:06:42.269Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Andover Men's Shed is a registered charity (number 1197346) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; the advancement of health or saving of lives; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £17,943 (year ending 2025-04-01). 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 Andover Men's Shed? Registered charity number 1197346 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Unit 9 Chantry Centre Latest income (year ending 2025-04-01) £17,943 Website [andovermensshed.co.uk](http://andovermensshed.co.uk/) ## What does Andover Men's Shed do? the shed is for the benefit of the members (men mainly) in the local communities. provide a repair shop and help other local charities, building projects for our families and the local communities. ## What causes is Andover Men's Shed registered for? General Charitable PurposesThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Andover Men's Shed yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Andover 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=andover-men-s-shed&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://andovermensshed.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Andover Men's Shed a legitimate charity? Yes. Andover Men's Shed is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1197346) 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 Andover Men's Shed's charity number? Andover Men's Shed's charity number is 1197346. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1197346? Search 1197346 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 Andover Men's Shed do? the shed is for the benefit of the members (men mainly) in the local communities. provide a repair shop and help other local charities, building projects for our families and the local communities. Does Andover Men's Shed have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Andover 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 Andover Men's Shed? Andover Men's Shed's website is http://andovermensshed.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/1197346).