--- title: "Avon Valley Archaeological Society — check charity number 289516 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Avon Valley Archaeological Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 289516. Education/training charity based in Blashford. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/avon-valley-archaeological-society retrieved: 2026-08-19T07:08:58.617Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Avon Valley Archaeological Society is a registered charity (number 289516) 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 £1,057 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Avon Valley Archaeological Society? Registered charity number 289516 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Blashford Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £1,057 Website [avonvalleyarchsoc.wordpress.com](http://avonvalleyarchsoc.wordpress.com/) ## What does Avon Valley Archaeological Society do? Promoting archaeology in the Hampshire Avon Valley and surrounding areas of West Hampshire (particularly the New Forest),East Dorset and South Wiltshire ## What causes is Avon Valley Archaeological Society registered for? Education/trainingEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Avon Valley Archaeological Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Avon Valley Archaeological Society 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=avon-valley-archaeological-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://avonvalleyarchsoc.wordpress.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Avon Valley Archaeological Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Avon Valley Archaeological Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 289516) 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 Avon Valley Archaeological Society's charity number? Avon Valley Archaeological Society's charity number is 289516. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 289516? Search 289516 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 Avon Valley Archaeological Society do? Promoting archaeology in the Hampshire Avon Valley and surrounding areas of West Hampshire (particularly the New Forest),East Dorset and South Wiltshire Does Avon Valley Archaeological Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Avon Valley Archaeological Society. 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 Avon Valley Archaeological Society? Avon Valley Archaeological Society's website is http://avonvalleyarchsoc.wordpress.com — 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/289516).