Is Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn) a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn) as a registered charity (number 210685) 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 Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn)'s charity number?

Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn)'s charity number is 210685. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 210685?

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Does Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn) have reviews and complaints?

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How can I donate to Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn)?

Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn) does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.

What was Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn) previously called?

The register lists this previous name for Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn): Roger Poole.

Registered charity · No. 210685

Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn)

Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data

Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn) is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include the prevention or relief of poverty, religious activities.

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What are the key facts about Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn)?

Reported income · year ending 2025-03-24: £2,828
Reported spending · year ending 2025-03-24: £2,800
Registered charity number: 210685
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Other
Register contact address detail (not service area): Brook Hill
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Not recorded

Quick answer

Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn) (number 210685) 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 Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn) do?

This is an ancient local charity with very limited discretion as to the application of its income. Half of its income goes to St. Martin's Church, Little Waltham, to be used for its repair and maintenance ; and the other half to the village Poor's Charity to be used for the relief of need, hardship or distress.

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn)

Answers Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn) 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 Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn) as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 22 September 1962
Also known as: The Charities of Roger Poole and John Aleyn
Previous names on the register: Roger Poole
Where it says it operates: Essex

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: Other Defined Groups.

Reported activities: Makes Grants To Individuals; Makes Grants To Organisations.

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 Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn) registered for?

The Prevention Or Relief Of PovertyReligious Activities

Why is there no Clarity Score for Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn) yet?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn) a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn) as a registered charity (number 210685) 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 Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn)'s charity number?: Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn)'s charity number is 210685. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 210685?: Search 210685 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 Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn) do?: This is an ancient local charity with very limited discretion as to the application of its income. Half of its income goes to St. Martin's Church, Little Waltham, to be used for its repair and maintenance ; and the other half to the village Poor's Charity to be used for the relief of need, hardship or distress.
Does Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn) have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn). 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 Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn)?: Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn) does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.
Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn)?: The register does not record Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn) as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.
What was Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn) previously called?: The register lists this previous name for Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn): Roger Poole.
When was Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn) registered as a charity?: Roger Poole and John Aleyn (Otherwise Alleyn) was entered on the register on 22 September 1962.

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.