--- title: "Cayton Playing Fields Association — check charity number 505097 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Cayton Playing Fields Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 505097. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Cayton. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/cayton-playing-fields-association retrieved: 2026-08-18T13:15:22.083Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Cayton Playing Fields Association is a registered charity (number 505097) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; amateur sport; recreation. Its latest reported income was £177,000 (year ending 2025-02-28). 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 Cayton Playing Fields Association? Registered charity number 505097 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location Cayton Latest income (year ending 2025-02-28) £177,000 ## What does Cayton Playing Fields Association do? The charity continues to derive most of its income from the operations of a licensed registered club within its premises.The possibility of separating the charity's activities and assets from those of the licensed club has been discussed, however the separation could be a difficult task and could involve professional costs far in excess of any benefits which might accrue from doing so. ## What causes is Cayton Playing Fields Association registered for? General Charitable PurposesAmateur SportRecreation ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cayton Playing Fields Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cayton Playing Fields Association 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=cayton-playing-fields-association&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Cayton Playing Fields Association a legitimate charity? Yes. Cayton Playing Fields Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 505097) 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 Cayton Playing Fields Association's charity number? Cayton Playing Fields Association's charity number is 505097. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 505097? Search 505097 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 Cayton Playing Fields Association do? The charity continues to derive most of its income from the operations of a licensed registered club within its premises.The possibility of separating the charity's activities and assets from those of the licensed club has been discussed, however the separation could be a difficult task and could involve professional costs far in excess of any benefits which might accrue from doing so. Does Cayton Playing Fields Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cayton Playing Fields Association. 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 Cayton Playing Fields Association? Cayton Playing Fields Association does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/505097).