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title: "Burke Bequest — check charity number 1118197 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Burke Bequest a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1118197. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in Shrewsbury. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/burke-bequest
retrieved: 2026-08-19T10:24:56.037Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Burke Bequest is a registered charity (number 1118197) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of health or saving of lives; disability; the prevention or relief of poverty. Its latest reported income was £1,290 (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 Burke Bequest?

Registered charity number

1118197

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Trust

Location

Shrewsbury

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£1,290

Website

[www.shrewsburyabbey.com](http://www.shrewsburyabbey.com/)

## What does Burke Bequest do?

Relieving the charitable needs of the elderly, infirm and disabled of the congregation of St Peters including those suffering from financial hardship, sickness, poor health and both physical and mental disability. These needs include the provision of equipment and facilities to the Church of St Peters Monkmoor to enable use of the Church by the elderly infirm and disabled.

## What causes is Burke Bequest registered for?

The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesDisabilityThe Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Burke Bequest yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Burke Bequest 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.
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## Frequently asked questions

Is Burke Bequest a legitimate charity?

Yes. Burke Bequest is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1118197) 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 Burke Bequest's charity number?

Burke Bequest's charity number is 1118197. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1118197?

Search 1118197 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 Burke Bequest do?

Relieving the charitable needs of the elderly, infirm and disabled of the congregation of St Peters including those suffering from financial hardship, sickness, poor health and both physical and mental disability. These needs include the provision of equipment and facilities to the Church of St Peters Monkmoor to enable use of the Church by the elderly infirm and disabled.

Does Burke Bequest have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Burke Bequest. 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 Burke Bequest?

Burke Bequest's website is http://www.shrewsburyabbey.com — 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/1118197).