--- title: "Bentham & District Pet Rescue — check charity number 1071200 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bentham & District Pet Rescue a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1071200. Animals charity based in Mewith. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bentham-district-pet-rescue retrieved: 2026-08-18T13:53:04.568Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bentham & District Pet Rescue is a registered charity (number 1071200) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: animals. Its latest reported income was £27,183 (year ending 2025-01-31). 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 Bentham & District Pet Rescue? Registered charity number 1071200 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Mewith Latest income (year ending 2025-01-31) £27,183 Website [www.benthampetrescue.org.uk](http://www.benthampetrescue.org.uk/) ## What does Bentham & District Pet Rescue do? The rescuing and rehoming of abandoned pets and the financing of vet treatment as necessary. The charity runs a small cat sanctuary for temporarily housing cats and kittens and maintains contact with other charities having facilities for dogs and other pet animals. Also the charity liaises with local vets and contributes to the vet bills of OAPs when they cannot afford treatment for their pets. ## What causes is Bentham & District Pet Rescue registered for? Animals ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bentham & District Pet Rescue yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bentham & District Pet Rescue 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=bentham-district-pet-rescue&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.benthampetrescue.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bentham & District Pet Rescue a legitimate charity? Yes. Bentham & District Pet Rescue is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1071200) 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 Bentham & District Pet Rescue's charity number? Bentham & District Pet Rescue's charity number is 1071200. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1071200? Search 1071200 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 Bentham & District Pet Rescue do? The rescuing and rehoming of abandoned pets and the financing of vet treatment as necessary. The charity runs a small cat sanctuary for temporarily housing cats and kittens and maintains contact with other charities having facilities for dogs and other pet animals. Also the charity liaises with local vets and contributes to the vet bills of OAPs when they cannot afford treatment for their pets. Does Bentham & District Pet Rescue have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bentham & District Pet Rescue. 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 Bentham & District Pet Rescue? Bentham & District Pet Rescue's website is http://www.benthampetrescue.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/1071200).