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title: "Bristol Cathedral Trust — check charity number 1198315 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Bristol Cathedral Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1198315. Education/training charity based in Narrow Quay House. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bristol-cathedral-trust-2
retrieved: 2026-08-19T05:34:04.139Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Bristol Cathedral Trust is a registered charity (number 1198315) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; religious activities; arts/culture/heritage/science. 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 Bristol Cathedral Trust?

Registered charity number

1198315

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Charitable company

Location

Narrow Quay House

Website

[www.bristol-cathedral-trust.org](http://www.bristol-cathedral-trust.org/)

## What does Bristol Cathedral Trust do?

The Trust assists the Cathedral Chapter in maintaining the fabric of the Cathedral, advancing education in the role of the Church and the history of the Cathedral, and meeting the costs of maintaining the choral tradition. The Trust also assists in promoting the development of the Cathedral.

## What causes is Bristol Cathedral Trust registered for?

Education/trainingReligious ActivitiesArts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bristol Cathedral Trust yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bristol Cathedral Trust 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Bristol Cathedral Trust a legitimate charity?

Yes. Bristol Cathedral Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1198315) 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 Bristol Cathedral Trust's charity number?

Bristol Cathedral Trust's charity number is 1198315. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1198315?

Search 1198315 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 Bristol Cathedral Trust do?

The Trust assists the Cathedral Chapter in maintaining the fabric of the Cathedral, advancing education in the role of the Church and the history of the Cathedral, and meeting the costs of maintaining the choral tradition. The Trust also assists in promoting the development of the Cathedral.

Does Bristol Cathedral Trust have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bristol Cathedral Trust. 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 Bristol Cathedral Trust?

Bristol Cathedral Trust's website is http://www.bristol-cathedral-trust.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/1198315).