--- title: "Duke of Lancaster's Foundation — check charity number 1085881 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Duke of Lancaster's Foundation a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1085881. General Charitable Purposes charity based in 1 Lancaster Place. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/duke-of-lancaster-s-foundation retrieved: 2026-08-18T17:49:34.932Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Duke of Lancaster's Foundation is a registered charity (number 1085881) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; religious activities; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £2,252,256 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Duke of Lancaster's Foundation? Registered charity number 1085881 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location 1 Lancaster Place Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £2,252,256 ## What does Duke of Lancaster's Foundation do? (1)The maintenance and preservation for the public benefit of any monument, castle or other property of historical or architectural interest in the vicinity of the Duchy lands. (2)The advancement of the Christian faith by maintaining and supporting the Queen's Chapel of the Savoy and clergy whose livings are within the gift of the Duke of Lancaster.(3)Other such charitable purposes. ## What causes is Duke of Lancaster's Foundation registered for? General Charitable PurposesReligious ActivitiesArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Duke of Lancaster's Foundation yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Duke of Lancaster's Foundation 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=duke-of-lancaster-s-foundation&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Duke of Lancaster's Foundation a legitimate charity? Yes. Duke of Lancaster's Foundation is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1085881) 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 Duke of Lancaster's Foundation's charity number? Duke of Lancaster's Foundation's charity number is 1085881. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1085881? Search 1085881 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 Duke of Lancaster's Foundation do? (1)The maintenance and preservation for the public benefit of any monument, castle or other property of historical or architectural interest in the vicinity of the Duchy lands. (2)The advancement of the Christian faith by maintaining and supporting the Queen's Chapel of the Savoy and clergy whose livings are within the gift of the Duke of Lancaster.(3)Other such charitable purposes. Does Duke of Lancaster's Foundation have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Duke of Lancaster's Foundation. 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 Duke of Lancaster's Foundation? Duke of Lancaster's Foundation does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/1085881).