--- title: "Arborfield and Barkham Parish Churches Trust — check charity number 1056400 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Arborfield and Barkham Parish Churches Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1056400. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in The Rectory. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/arborfield-and-barkham-parish-churches-trust retrieved: 2026-08-18T23:28:59.441Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Arborfield and Barkham Parish Churches Trust is a registered charity (number 1056400) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; religious activities; other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £434,371 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Arborfield and Barkham Parish Churches Trust? Registered charity number 1056400 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location The Rectory Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £434,371 Website [www.abch.org.uk](http://www.abch.org.uk/) ## What does Arborfield and Barkham Parish Churches Trust do? THE TRUST SEEKS TO WORK CLOSELY WITH THE PARISH CHURCH COUNCILS OF ST BARTHOLOMEW'S CHURCH, ARBORFIELD AND ST JAMES' CHURCH, BARKHAM AND CHRIST CHURCH, WOKINGHAM. THE OBJECTS OF THE TRUST ARE: - TO ADVANCE THE CHRISTIAN FAITH; - TO RELIEVE THE DISTRESS OF PEOPLE IN NEED, HARDSHIP OR SICKNESS; AND - OTHER CHARITABLE PURPOSES. ## What causes is Arborfield and Barkham Parish Churches Trust registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyReligious ActivitiesOther Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Arborfield and Barkham Parish Churches Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Arborfield and Barkham Parish Churches Trust 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=arborfield-and-barkham-parish-churches-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.abch.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Arborfield and Barkham Parish Churches Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Arborfield and Barkham Parish Churches Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1056400) 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 Arborfield and Barkham Parish Churches Trust's charity number? Arborfield and Barkham Parish Churches Trust's charity number is 1056400. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1056400? Search 1056400 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 Arborfield and Barkham Parish Churches Trust do? THE TRUST SEEKS TO WORK CLOSELY WITH THE PARISH CHURCH COUNCILS OF ST BARTHOLOMEW'S CHURCH, ARBORFIELD AND ST JAMES' CHURCH, BARKHAM AND CHRIST CHURCH, WOKINGHAM. THE OBJECTS OF THE TRUST ARE: - TO ADVANCE THE CHRISTIAN FAITH; - TO RELIEVE THE DISTRESS OF PEOPLE IN NEED, HARDSHIP OR SICKNESS; AND - OTHER CHARITABLE PURPOSES. Does Arborfield and Barkham Parish Churches Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Arborfield and Barkham Parish Churches Trust. 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 Arborfield and Barkham Parish Churches Trust? Arborfield and Barkham Parish Churches Trust's website is http://www.abch.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/1056400).