--- title: "Calne Men's Shed — check charity number 1173448 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Calne Men's Shed a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1173448. Recreation charity based in Anchor Rd. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/calne-men-s-shed retrieved: 2026-08-18T02:43:57.565Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Calne Men's Shed is a registered charity (number 1173448) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: recreation. Its latest reported income was £12,258 (year ending 2025-05-31). 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 Calne Men's Shed? Registered charity number 1173448 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Anchor Rd Latest income (year ending 2025-05-31) £12,258 Website [www.calnemensshed.org](http://www.calnemensshed.org/) ## What does Calne Men's Shed do? Calne Men's Shed is part of the international Men's Shed movement aimed at providing a place where men /women of all races, creeds etc can meet for social and practical activities. We aim to have a range of workshop facilities and provide training and mentoring. ## What causes is Calne Men's Shed registered for? Recreation ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Calne Men's Shed yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Calne Men's Shed 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=calne-men-s-shed&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.calnemensshed.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Calne Men's Shed a legitimate charity? Yes. Calne Men's Shed is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1173448) 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 Calne Men's Shed's charity number? Calne Men's Shed's charity number is 1173448. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1173448? Search 1173448 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 Calne Men's Shed do? Calne Men's Shed is part of the international Men's Shed movement aimed at providing a place where men /women of all races, creeds etc can meet for social and practical activities. We aim to have a range of workshop facilities and provide training and mentoring. Does Calne Men's Shed have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Calne Men's Shed. 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 Calne Men's Shed? Calne Men's Shed's website is http://www.calnemensshed.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/1173448).