Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data
Leigh Network is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include general charitable purposes, the advancement of health or saving of lives, arts/culture/heritage/science.
Leigh Network (number 1184735) is listed as registered in the Charity Commission snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.
What does Leigh Network do?
Leigh Network supports families across the UK affected by mitochondrial disease both with an online presence where families can share information and in person. We hold annual meet ups which include family fun days out, sometimes including a doctor specialising in the condition. We also support research and raise awareness. We hold monthly zoom calls to ease the isolation.
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
From the annual return
Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Leigh Network
Answers Leigh Network gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission for the year ending 31 December 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.
Can I claim Gift Aid, and are the trustees paid?
The register does not record Leigh Network as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.
Leigh Network's annual return for the year ending 31 December 2025 reports that no trustee received remuneration or other benefits from the charity.
Registration details
Registered as a charity
Where it says it operates
Scotland · Cambridgeshire · Cheshire West & Chester · Bristol City · Leicester City · Birmingham City · Leeds City · Liverpool City
Who it supports and how it works
Reported beneficiaries: Children/young People; People With Disabilities.
Reported activities: Provides Advocacy/advice/information; Sponsors Or Undertakes Research.
Classifications supplied to the register; extract 2026-10-04. 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 Leigh Network registered for?
General Charitable PurposesThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesArts/culture/heritage/science
Why is there no Clarity Score for Leigh Network yet?
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The register data used for this profile lists Leigh Network as a registered charity (number 1184735) 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 Leigh Network's charity number?
Leigh Network's charity number is 1184735. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
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What does Leigh Network do?
Leigh Network supports families across the UK affected by mitochondrial disease both with an online presence where families can share information and in person. We hold annual meet ups which include family fun days out, sometimes including a doctor specialising in the condition. We also support research and raise awareness. We hold monthly zoom calls to ease the isolation.
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How can I donate to Leigh Network?
Leigh Network's website listed in our register data is http://www.leighnetwork.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.
Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to Leigh Network?
The register does not record Leigh Network as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.
Are Leigh Network's trustees paid?
Leigh Network's annual return for the year ending 31 December 2025 reports that no trustee received remuneration or other benefits from the charity.
When was Leigh Network registered as a charity?
Leigh Network was entered on the register on 2 August 2019.