--- title: "Association for Industrial Archaeology — check charity number 277511 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Association for Industrial Archaeology a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 277511. Education/training charity based in Duke Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/association-for-industrial-archaeology retrieved: 2026-08-19T04:02:36.774Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Association for Industrial Archaeology is a registered charity (number 277511) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £441,671 (year ending 2024-12-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Association for Industrial Archaeology? Registered charity number 277511 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Duke Street Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £441,671 Website [www.industrial-archaeology.org](http://www.industrial-archaeology.org/) ## What does Association for Industrial Archaeology do? The AIA is the national organisation for people who share an interest in Britain's industrial past. It brings together people who are researching, recording, preserving and presenting the great variety of this country's industrial heritage. ## What causes is Association for Industrial Archaeology registered for? Education/trainingEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Association for Industrial Archaeology yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Association for Industrial Archaeology 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](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=association-for-industrial-archaeology&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.industrial-archaeology.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Association for Industrial Archaeology a legitimate charity? Yes. Association for Industrial Archaeology is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 277511) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Association for Industrial Archaeology's charity number? Association for Industrial Archaeology's charity number is 277511. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 277511? Search 277511 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 Association for Industrial Archaeology do? The AIA is the national organisation for people who share an interest in Britain's industrial past. It brings together people who are researching, recording, preserving and presenting the great variety of this country's industrial heritage. Does Association for Industrial Archaeology have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Association for Industrial Archaeology. 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 Association for Industrial Archaeology? Association for Industrial Archaeology's website is http://www.industrial-archaeology.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 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/277511).