--- title: "Barking Churches Unite (Bcu) — check charity number 1173315 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Barking Churches Unite (Bcu) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1173315. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Unit 37a. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/barking-churches-unite-bcu retrieved: 2026-08-18T05:20:35.046Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Barking Churches Unite (Bcu) is a registered charity (number 1173315) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; disability; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £263,159 (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 Barking Churches Unite (Bcu)? Registered charity number 1173315 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Unit 37a Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £263,159 Website [barkingchurchesunite.org](http://barkingchurchesunite.org/) ## What does Barking Churches Unite (Bcu) do? CIO objects are1)To advance the Christian Faith for benefit of the public in accordance with the Evangelical Alliance Statement of Faith by advancing the working together of churches in Barking and facilitating churches in Barking to pray together for the community of Barking 2)The prevention or relief of poverty in the Barking Community by providing services to individuals in need ## What causes is Barking Churches Unite (Bcu) registered for? General Charitable PurposesDisabilityThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Barking Churches Unite (Bcu) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Barking Churches Unite (Bcu) 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=barking-churches-unite-bcu&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://barkingchurchesunite.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Barking Churches Unite (Bcu) a legitimate charity? Yes. Barking Churches Unite (Bcu) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1173315) 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 Barking Churches Unite (Bcu)'s charity number? Barking Churches Unite (Bcu)'s charity number is 1173315. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1173315? Search 1173315 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 Barking Churches Unite (Bcu) do? CIO objects are1)To advance the Christian Faith for benefit of the public in accordance with the Evangelical Alliance Statement of Faith by advancing the working together of churches in Barking and facilitating churches in Barking to pray together for the community of Barking 2)The prevention or relief of poverty in the Barking Community by providing services to individuals in need Does Barking Churches Unite (Bcu) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Barking Churches Unite (Bcu). 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 Barking Churches Unite (Bcu)? Barking Churches Unite (Bcu)'s website is http://barkingchurchesunite.org — 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/1173315).