--- title: "Ashford Christian Fellowship — check charity number 1157611 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ashford Christian Fellowship a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1157611. Education/training charity based in Bank Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ashford-christian-fellowship retrieved: 2026-08-19T02:19:27.091Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ashford Christian Fellowship is a registered charity (number 1157611) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the prevention or relief of poverty; religious activities. Its latest reported income was £300,821 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Ashford Christian Fellowship? Registered charity number 1157611 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Bank Street Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £300,821 Website [www.brightcitychurchuk.com](http://www.brightcitychurchuk.com/) ## What does Ashford Christian Fellowship do? Ashford Christian Fellowship, which trades as Bright City Church, is a Free Church and member of the Evangelical Alliance. We are a family of people from all over the world who love Jesus. We shine the light of his love and good news in our community and across the nations where we also provide practical and social support. We worship together on Sundays and meet in smaller groups during the week. ## What causes is Ashford Christian Fellowship registered for? Education/trainingThe Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ashford Christian Fellowship yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ashford Christian Fellowship 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=ashford-christian-fellowship&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.brightcitychurchuk.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ashford Christian Fellowship a legitimate charity? Yes. Ashford Christian Fellowship is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1157611) 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 Ashford Christian Fellowship's charity number? Ashford Christian Fellowship's charity number is 1157611. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1157611? Search 1157611 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 Ashford Christian Fellowship do? Ashford Christian Fellowship, which trades as Bright City Church, is a Free Church and member of the Evangelical Alliance. We are a family of people from all over the world who love Jesus. We shine the light of his love and good news in our community and across the nations where we also provide practical and social support. We worship together on Sundays and meet in smaller groups during the week. Does Ashford Christian Fellowship have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ashford Christian Fellowship. 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 Ashford Christian Fellowship? Ashford Christian Fellowship's website is http://www.brightcitychurchuk.com — 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/1157611).