--- title: "Christ the Light Church — check charity number 1126616 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Christ the Light Church a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1126616. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in York. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/christ-the-light-church retrieved: 2026-08-19T03:08:30.419Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Christ the Light Church is a registered charity (number 1126616) 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; the prevention or relief of poverty; religious activities. Its latest reported income was £64,109 (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 Christ the Light Church? Registered charity number 1126616 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location York Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £64,109 Website [ctl.org.uk](http://ctl.org.uk/) ## What does Christ the Light Church do? The charity is a Christian church that has weekly Sunday services, where there is corporate worship, preaching and fellowship. The church creates opportunities for those wanting to enquire about the Christian faith to find out more, facilitates weekly meetings in homes where friendships are strengthened and growth in the Christian faith is nurtured, and works regularly with other churches. ## What causes is Christ the Light Church registered for? The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesThe Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Christ the Light Church yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Christ the Light Church 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=christ-the-light-church&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://ctl.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Christ the Light Church a legitimate charity? Yes. Christ the Light Church is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1126616) 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 Christ the Light Church's charity number? Christ the Light Church's charity number is 1126616. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1126616? Search 1126616 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 Christ the Light Church do? The charity is a Christian church that has weekly Sunday services, where there is corporate worship, preaching and fellowship. The church creates opportunities for those wanting to enquire about the Christian faith to find out more, facilitates weekly meetings in homes where friendships are strengthened and growth in the Christian faith is nurtured, and works regularly with other churches. Does Christ the Light Church have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Christ the Light Church. 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 Christ the Light Church? Christ the Light Church's website is http://ctl.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/1126616).