--- title: "Bear Flat Association — check charity number 1194540 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bear Flat Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1194540. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in Bath. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bear-flat-association retrieved: 2026-08-18T10:40:49.730Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bear Flat Association is a registered charity (number 1194540) 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; arts/culture/heritage/science; recreation. Its latest reported income was £12,207 (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 Bear Flat Association? Registered charity number 1194540 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Bath Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £12,207 ## What does Bear Flat Association do? Bear Flat Environment operates in the Bear Flat area of Bath for the benefit of residents, businesses and visitors, in conjunction with the local residents' association. We promote and support improvements to the local environment, including local amenities, historic character and the natural environment through the raising of funds through grants, etc and contracting work as required. ## What causes is Bear Flat Association registered for? The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesArts/culture/heritage/scienceRecreation ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bear Flat Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bear Flat Association 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=bear-flat-association&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bear Flat Association a legitimate charity? Yes. Bear Flat Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1194540) 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 Bear Flat Association's charity number? Bear Flat Association's charity number is 1194540. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1194540? Search 1194540 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 Bear Flat Association do? Bear Flat Environment operates in the Bear Flat area of Bath for the benefit of residents, businesses and visitors, in conjunction with the local residents' association. We promote and support improvements to the local environment, including local amenities, historic character and the natural environment through the raising of funds through grants, etc and contracting work as required. Does Bear Flat Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bear Flat Association. 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 Bear Flat Association? Bear Flat Association does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/1194540).