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title: "Christchurch (Methodist/United Reformed) Church — check charity number 1142830 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Christchurch (Methodist/United Reformed) Church a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1142830. Religious Activities charity based in Reformed Church. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/christchurch-methodist-united-reformed-church
retrieved: 2026-08-19T04:09:52.027Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Christchurch (Methodist/United Reformed) Church is a registered charity (number 1142830) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: religious activities; other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £199,616 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Christchurch (Methodist/United Reformed) Church?

Registered charity number

1142830

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Reformed Church

Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31)

£199,616

Website

[www.christchurchhitchin.org.uk](http://www.christchurchhitchin.org.uk/)

## What does Christchurch (Methodist/United Reformed) Church do?

The church's main activities include public worship, teaching and discipleship, work with children and young people, mission and outreach, pastoral work, the provision of facilities with a Christian ethos for the local community, and support of other charities. Many activities are undertaken jointly with other churches in the town and area.

## What causes is Christchurch (Methodist/United Reformed) Church registered for?

Religious ActivitiesOther Charitable Purposes

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Christchurch (Methodist/United Reformed) Church yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Christchurch (Methodist/United Reformed) 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)

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Christchurch (Methodist/United Reformed) Church a legitimate charity?

Yes. Christchurch (Methodist/United Reformed) Church is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1142830) 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 Christchurch (Methodist/United Reformed) Church's charity number?

Christchurch (Methodist/United Reformed) Church's charity number is 1142830. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1142830?

Search 1142830 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 Christchurch (Methodist/United Reformed) Church do?

The church's main activities include public worship, teaching and discipleship, work with children and young people, mission and outreach, pastoral work, the provision of facilities with a Christian ethos for the local community, and support of other charities. Many activities are undertaken jointly with other churches in the town and area.

Does Christchurch (Methodist/United Reformed) Church have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Christchurch (Methodist/United Reformed) 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 Christchurch (Methodist/United Reformed) Church?

Christchurch (Methodist/United Reformed) Church's website is http://www.christchurchhitchin.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/1142830).