--- title: "Blacksmith Initiative (UK) — check charity number 1123335 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Blacksmith Initiative (UK) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1123335. Environment/conservation/heritage charity based in 167 Fleet Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/blacksmith-initiative-uk retrieved: 2026-08-18T20:04:36.605Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Blacksmith Initiative (UK) is a registered charity (number 1123335) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £20,000 (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 Blacksmith Initiative (UK)? Registered charity number 1123335 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 167 Fleet Street Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £20,000 Website [www.pureearth.org](http://www.pureearth.org/) ## What does Blacksmith Initiative (UK) do? Protection and preservation of the environment for the public benefit by remedying or mitigating the effects of pollution in developing countries, in particular in locations where that pollution may have an effect on public health. ## What causes is Blacksmith Initiative (UK) registered for? Environment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Blacksmith Initiative (UK) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Blacksmith Initiative (UK) 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=blacksmith-initiative-uk&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.pureearth.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Blacksmith Initiative (UK) a legitimate charity? Yes. Blacksmith Initiative (UK) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1123335) 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 Blacksmith Initiative (UK)'s charity number? Blacksmith Initiative (UK)'s charity number is 1123335. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1123335? Search 1123335 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 Blacksmith Initiative (UK) do? Protection and preservation of the environment for the public benefit by remedying or mitigating the effects of pollution in developing countries, in particular in locations where that pollution may have an effect on public health. Does Blacksmith Initiative (UK) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Blacksmith Initiative (UK). 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 Blacksmith Initiative (UK)? Blacksmith Initiative (UK)'s website is http://www.pureearth.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/1123335).