--- title: "Canal Ministries — check charity number 1113130 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Canal Ministries a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1113130. The Prevention Or Relief Of Poverty charity based in Somersham. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/canal-ministries retrieved: 2026-08-18T04:36:53.439Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Canal Ministries is a registered charity (number 1113130) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; religious activities. Its latest reported income was £36,870 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Canal Ministries? Registered charity number 1113130 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Somersham Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £36,870 Website [www.canalministries.org.uk](http://www.canalministries.org.uk/) ## What does Canal Ministries do? OUR WORK IS MAINLY AMONG THOSE WHO LIVE, WORK, FISH, WALK OR VISIT THE INLAND WATERWAYS. WE ARE ALWAYS WILLING TO LISTEN AND OFFER HELP TO BRITISH WATERWAYS STAFF, SOME OF WHOM FACE CONSIDERABLE TRAUMA, WHENEVER THERE ARE ACCIDENTS AND SADLY, SOMETIMES, DEATHS ON THE WATERWAYS. BRITISH WATERWAYS HAVE ALWAYS RECOGNIZED THE CHAPLAINCY. ## What causes is Canal Ministries registered for? The Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Canal Ministries yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Canal Ministries 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=canal-ministries&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.canalministries.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Canal Ministries a legitimate charity? Yes. Canal Ministries is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1113130) 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 Canal Ministries's charity number? Canal Ministries's charity number is 1113130. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1113130? Search 1113130 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 Canal Ministries do? OUR WORK IS MAINLY AMONG THOSE WHO LIVE, WORK, FISH, WALK OR VISIT THE INLAND WATERWAYS. WE ARE ALWAYS WILLING TO LISTEN AND OFFER HELP TO BRITISH WATERWAYS STAFF, SOME OF WHOM FACE CONSIDERABLE TRAUMA, WHENEVER THERE ARE ACCIDENTS AND SADLY, SOMETIMES, DEATHS ON THE WATERWAYS. BRITISH WATERWAYS HAVE ALWAYS RECOGNIZED THE CHAPLAINCY. Does Canal Ministries have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Canal Ministries. 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 Canal Ministries? Canal Ministries's website is http://www.canalministries.org.uk — 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/1113130).