--- title: "College of St Barnabas — check charity number 205220 | CharityCompare" description: "Is College of St Barnabas a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 205220. The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives charity based in Lingfield. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/college-of-st-barnabas retrieved: 2026-08-19T11:06:34.394Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer College of St Barnabas is a registered charity (number 205220) 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; accommodation/housing; religious activities. Its latest reported income was £2,403,098 (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 College of St Barnabas? Registered charity number 205220 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Lingfield Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £2,403,098 Website [www.st-barnabas.org.uk](http://www.st-barnabas.org.uk/) ## What does College of St Barnabas do? The College of St. Barnabas was established in 1895 to provide retirement homes for Anglican Clergy, Church Workers, Readers licensed by a Bishop and their wives and widows. In 2005 those in communion with Church of England are included. There is also a care wing for those requiring care and medical support. The full objectives of the Charity can be found in the Memorandum of Association. ## What causes is College of St Barnabas registered for? The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesAccommodation/housingReligious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for College of St Barnabas yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. College of St Barnabas 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=college-of-st-barnabas&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.st-barnabas.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is College of St Barnabas a legitimate charity? Yes. College of St Barnabas is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 205220) 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 College of St Barnabas's charity number? College of St Barnabas's charity number is 205220. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 205220? Search 205220 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 College of St Barnabas do? The College of St. Barnabas was established in 1895 to provide retirement homes for Anglican Clergy, Church Workers, Readers licensed by a Bishop and their wives and widows. In 2005 those in communion with Church of England are included. There is also a care wing for those requiring care and medical support. The full objectives of the Charity can be found in the Memorandum of Association. Does College of St Barnabas have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for College of St Barnabas. 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 College of St Barnabas? College of St Barnabas's website is http://www.st-barnabas.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/205220).