--- title: "Copley Recreation Ground — check charity number 505367 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Copley Recreation Ground a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 505367. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Helmington Row. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/copley-recreation-ground retrieved: 2026-08-19T14:29:42.708Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Copley Recreation Ground is a registered charity (number 505367) 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; environment/conservation/heritage. 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 Copley Recreation Ground? Registered charity number 505367 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Helmington Row Website [lynesackandsoftleyparishcouncil.co.uk](http://lynesackandsoftleyparishcouncil.co.uk/) ## What does Copley Recreation Ground do? The charity was set up to project manage the the refurbishment and improvement of the play facilities which included the grounds and equipment known as Copley Play Area for the benefit of the children in the parish. This included obtaining funding for the project and the continuing maintenance of the grounds and equipment. The trustees are the parish councillors. ## What causes is Copley Recreation Ground registered for? General Charitable PurposesAmateur SportEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Copley Recreation Ground yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Copley Recreation Ground 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=copley-recreation-ground&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://lynesackandsoftleyparishcouncil.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Copley Recreation Ground a legitimate charity? Yes. Copley Recreation Ground is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 505367) 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 Copley Recreation Ground's charity number? Copley Recreation Ground's charity number is 505367. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 505367? Search 505367 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 Copley Recreation Ground do? The charity was set up to project manage the the refurbishment and improvement of the play facilities which included the grounds and equipment known as Copley Play Area for the benefit of the children in the parish. This included obtaining funding for the project and the continuing maintenance of the grounds and equipment. The trustees are the parish councillors. Does Copley Recreation Ground have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Copley Recreation Ground. 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 Copley Recreation Ground? Copley Recreation Ground's website is http://lynesackandsoftleyparishcouncil.co.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/505367).