--- title: "Bristol City of Sanctuary — check charity number 1177122 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bristol City of Sanctuary a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1177122. Education/training charity based in Lawfords Gate. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bristol-city-of-sanctuary retrieved: 2026-08-19T06:18:17.477Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bristol City of Sanctuary is a registered charity (number 1177122) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; disability; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £101,670 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Bristol City of Sanctuary? Registered charity number 1177122 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Lawfords Gate Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £101,670 Website [www.bristol.cityofsanctuary.org](http://www.bristol.cityofsanctuary.org/) ## What does Bristol City of Sanctuary do? Bristol City of Sanctuary works with organisations and individuals in Bristol to take practical activities to promote welcome and safety for all, including people seeking sanctuary fleeing from war, violence and persecution. ## What causes is Bristol City of Sanctuary registered for? Education/trainingDisabilityThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bristol City of Sanctuary yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bristol City of Sanctuary 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=bristol-city-of-sanctuary&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bristol.cityofsanctuary.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bristol City of Sanctuary a legitimate charity? Yes. Bristol City of Sanctuary is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1177122) 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 City of Sanctuary's charity number? Bristol City of Sanctuary's charity number is 1177122. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1177122? Search 1177122 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 City of Sanctuary do? Bristol City of Sanctuary works with organisations and individuals in Bristol to take practical activities to promote welcome and safety for all, including people seeking sanctuary fleeing from war, violence and persecution. Does Bristol City of Sanctuary have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bristol City of Sanctuary. 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 City of Sanctuary? Bristol City of Sanctuary's website is http://www.bristol.cityofsanctuary.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/1177122).