Is Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting) a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting) as a registered charity (number 503879) 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 Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting)'s charity number?

Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting)'s charity number is 503879. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 503879?

Search 503879 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.

Does Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting) have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting). 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 Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting)?

Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting)'s website listed in our register data is http://www.radiolink.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.

What was Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting) previously called?

The register lists these previous names for Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting): Radio Link Derby Hospital Broadcasting; Radio Link Derby Hospital Broadcasting Service.

Registered charity · No. 503879

Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting)

Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data

Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting) is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include the advancement of health or saving of lives.

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What are the key facts about Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting)?

Reported income · year ending 2024-12-31: £0
Reported spending · year ending 2024-12-31: £0
Registered charity number: 503879
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Other
Register contact address detail (not service area): Belper
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Not recorded
Website: www.radiolink.org.uk

Quick answer

Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting) (number 503879) 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 Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting) do?

Radio Link was formed to provide a Hospital Radio service within the Derby area.Since 2008, the charity has been without premises, and is no longer functioning or seeking funds.A review has determined that the operation of the charity is no longer feasible in the Derby area.The charity is to be dissolved as soon as practicable.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

From the annual return

Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting)

Answers Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting) gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission, 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 Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting) as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 16 December 1974
Previous names on the register: Radio Link Derby Hospital Broadcasting; Radio Link Derby Hospital Broadcasting Service
Where it says it operates: Derbyshire · Derby City

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: Children/young People; Elderly/old People; People With Disabilities; The General Public/mankind.

Reported activities: Provides Services.

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 Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting) registered for?

The Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives

Why is there no Clarity Score for Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting) yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting). An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

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Frequently asked questions

Is Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting) a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting) as a registered charity (number 503879) 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 Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting)'s charity number?: Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting)'s charity number is 503879. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 503879?: Search 503879 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 Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting) do?: Radio Link was formed to provide a Hospital Radio service within the Derby area.Since 2008, the charity has been without premises, and is no longer functioning or seeking funds.A review has determined that the operation of the charity is no longer feasible in the Derby area.The charity is to be dissolved as soon as practicable.
Does Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting) have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting). 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 Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting)?: Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting)'s website listed in our register data is http://www.radiolink.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 Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting)?: The register does not record Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting) as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.
What was Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting) previously called?: The register lists these previous names for Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting): Radio Link Derby Hospital Broadcasting; Radio Link Derby Hospital Broadcasting Service.
When was Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting) registered as a charity?: Radio Link (Derby Hospital Broadcasting) was entered on the register on 16 December 1974.

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.