Is Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall as a registered charity (number 227971) 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.

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Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall's charity number is 227971. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

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When was Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall registered as a charity?

Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall was entered on the register on 24 September 1963.

Registered charity · No. 227971

Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall

Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data

Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include general charitable purposes, arts/culture/heritage/science, amateur sport.

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What are the key facts about Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall?

Reported income · year ending 2024-12-31: £6,467
Reported spending · year ending 2024-12-31: £7,294
Registered charity number: 227971
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Other
Register contact address detail (not service area): Heddon-on-the-Wall
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Not recorded

Quick answer

Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall (number 227971) 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 Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall do?

Hold monthly meetings and fund raising events for women in the community, giving opportunities to hear a variety of speakers, support local charities and give members the chance to influence legislators and decision-makers about local, national and international issues which are of concern to WI members.

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall

Answers Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall 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 Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 24 September 1963
Where it says it operates: Northumberland

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: Elderly/old People; Other Charities Or Voluntary Bodies; Other Defined Groups; The General Public/mankind.

Reported activities: Provides Human Resources; Provides Buildings/facilities/open Space; Other Charitable Activities.

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 Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall registered for?

General Charitable PurposesArts/culture/heritage/scienceAmateur Sport

Why is there no Clarity Score for Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall yet?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall as a registered charity (number 227971) 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 Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall's charity number?: Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall's charity number is 227971. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 227971?: Search 227971 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 Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall do?: Hold monthly meetings and fund raising events for women in the community, giving opportunities to hear a variety of speakers, support local charities and give members the chance to influence legislators and decision-makers about local, national and international issues which are of concern to WI members.
Does Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall. 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 Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall?: Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall 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 Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall?: The register does not record Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.
When was Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall registered as a charity?: Women's Institute Heddon-on-the-Wall was entered on the register on 24 September 1963.

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.