Skip to content
CharityCompare
Registered charity · No. 1205751CIOC/O the Spires College

Torquay Reads

Torquay Reads is a registered charity in England & Wales working in other charitable purposes, based in C/O the Spires College.

Quick answer

Torquay Reads is a registered charity (number 1205751) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: other charitable purposes. CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available.

Key facts

Registered charity number
1205751
Status
Registered (active)
Charity type
CIO
Location
C/O the Spires College

What the charity does

Torquay Reads aims to provide ownership of age-appropriate books for all children in Torquay to improve conditions of life. We also provide opportunities for engaging with reading and literature with the purpose of promoting and encouraging reading for pleasure. We promote and improve awareness of literacy as a vehicle for economic security, social mobility and well-being.

Registered causes

Other Charitable Purposes

Why there's no Clarity Score yet

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Torquay Reads 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

Is this your charity?

Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional partner plans add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score.

Claim this profile — free Visit charity website

Frequently asked questions

Is Torquay Reads a legitimate charity?
Yes. Torquay Reads is a registered charity (number 1205751) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register.
What does Torquay Reads do?
Torquay Reads aims to provide ownership of age-appropriate books for all children in Torquay to improve conditions of life. We also provide opportunities for engaging with reading and literature with the purpose of promoting and encouraging reading for pleasure. We promote and improve awareness of literacy as a vehicle for economic security, social mobility and well-being.
How can I donate to Torquay Reads?
Torquay Reads's website is http://www.torquayreads.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-18, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.