Is Dr Johnson's Birthplace Trust a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Dr Johnson's Birthplace Trust as a registered charity (number 500046) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Dr Johnson's Birthplace Trust's charity number?

Dr Johnson's Birthplace Trust's charity number is 500046. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

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How can I donate to Dr Johnson's Birthplace Trust?

Dr Johnson's Birthplace Trust's website listed in our register data is http://www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.

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Dr Johnson's Birthplace Trust

Dr Johnson's Birthplace Trust is a registered charity in England & Wales working in education/training, arts/culture/heritage/science, environment/conservation/heritage, based in Donegal House.

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Quick answer

Dr Johnson's Birthplace Trust is listed as a registered charity (number 500046) in the Charity Commission for England and Wales data used for this profile. Verify its current status and contact details on the live register before donating. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £17,638 (year ending 2026-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score can be added when it enters our detailed scoring dataset.

What are the key facts about Dr Johnson's Birthplace Trust?

Registered charity number: 500046
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Trust
Register contact locality (not service coverage): Donegal House
Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31): £17,638
Website: www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk

What does Dr Johnson's Birthplace Trust do?

Museum dedicated to the immortal memory of Doctor Samuel Johnson

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: Children/young People; Elderly/old People; People With Disabilities; People Of A Particular Ethnic Or Racial Origin; The General Public/mankind.

Reported activities: Provides Human Resources; Provides Buildings/facilities/open Space; Provides Services; Provides Advocacy/advice/information.

Classifications supplied to the register; extract 2026-09-08. These broad categories do not establish eligibility or current capacity. Use the official contact details to ask about access, referrals and service area.

What causes is Dr Johnson's Birthplace Trust registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage

Why is there no Clarity Score for Dr Johnson's Birthplace Trust yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dr Johnson's Birthplace 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. A rating can be added when the charity enters our scoring dataset with enough filing data. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dr Johnson's Birthplace Trust a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Dr Johnson's Birthplace Trust as a registered charity (number 500046) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Dr Johnson's Birthplace Trust's charity number?: Dr Johnson's Birthplace Trust's charity number is 500046. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 500046?: Search 500046 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 Dr Johnson's Birthplace Trust do?: Museum dedicated to the immortal memory of Doctor Samuel Johnson
Does Dr Johnson's Birthplace Trust have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dr Johnson's Birthplace 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 Dr Johnson's Birthplace Trust?: Dr Johnson's Birthplace Trust's website listed in our register data is http://www.samueljohnsonbirthplace.org.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-09-08, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.