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title: "Cornwall Historic Churches Trust — check charity number 218340 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Cornwall Historic Churches Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 218340. Religious Activities charity based in Higher Pentire. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/cornwall-historic-churches-trust
retrieved: 2026-08-19T15:05:57.144Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Cornwall Historic Churches Trust is a registered charity (number 218340) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: religious activities; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £333,293 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Cornwall Historic Churches Trust?

Registered charity number

218340

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Higher Pentire

Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31)

£333,293

Website

[www.chct.info](http://www.chct.info/)

## What does Cornwall Historic Churches Trust do?

The Cornwall Historic Churches Trust was formed in 1955 to assist in the restoration and repair of Cornish churches which have architectural or historic merit. The Trust is a registered charity and churches and chapels of all denominations are eligible to apply for assistance.

## What causes is Cornwall Historic Churches Trust registered for?

Religious ActivitiesEnvironment/conservation/heritage

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cornwall Historic Churches Trust yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cornwall Historic Churches Trust 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.
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## Frequently asked questions

Is Cornwall Historic Churches Trust a legitimate charity?

Yes. Cornwall Historic Churches Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 218340) 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 Cornwall Historic Churches Trust's charity number?

Cornwall Historic Churches Trust's charity number is 218340. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 218340?

Search 218340 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 Cornwall Historic Churches Trust do?

The Cornwall Historic Churches Trust was formed in 1955 to assist in the restoration and repair of Cornish churches which have architectural or historic merit. The Trust is a registered charity and churches and chapels of all denominations are eligible to apply for assistance.

Does Cornwall Historic Churches Trust have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cornwall Historic Churches Trust. 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 Cornwall Historic Churches Trust?

Cornwall Historic Churches Trust's website is http://www.chct.info — 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/218340).