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title: "Bridging the Bar — check charity number 1190369 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Bridging the Bar a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1190369. Human Rights/religious Or Racial Harmony/equality Or Diversity charity based in Blackstone House. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bridging-the-bar
retrieved: 2026-08-19T04:50:43.836Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Bridging the Bar is a registered charity (number 1190369) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: human rights/religious or racial harmony/equality or diversity. Its latest reported income was £208,008 (year ending 2025-04-01). 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 Bridging the Bar?

Registered charity number

1190369

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Blackstone House

Latest income (year ending 2025-04-01)

£208,008

Website

[www.bridgingthebar.org](http://www.bridgingthebar.org/)

## What does Bridging the Bar do?

Bridging the Bar is a charity that aims to support aspiring barristers from a range of statistically underrepresentedgroups at the Bar. We exist to bridge the gap between aspiring barristers from non-traditional backgrounds and the skills,experience and networks required to develop a thriving career at the Bar.

## What causes is Bridging the Bar registered for?

Human Rights/religious Or Racial Harmony/equality Or Diversity

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bridging the Bar yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bridging the Bar 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)

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Bridging the Bar a legitimate charity?

Yes. Bridging the Bar is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1190369) 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 Bridging the Bar's charity number?

Bridging the Bar's charity number is 1190369. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1190369?

Search 1190369 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 Bridging the Bar do?

Bridging the Bar is a charity that aims to support aspiring barristers from a range of statistically underrepresentedgroups at the Bar. We exist to bridge the gap between aspiring barristers from non-traditional backgrounds and the skills,experience and networks required to develop a thriving career at the Bar.

Does Bridging the Bar have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bridging the Bar. 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 Bridging the Bar?

Bridging the Bar's website is http://www.bridgingthebar.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/1190369).