--- title: "Belfast Library and Society for Promoting Knowledge (Linen Hall Library) — check charity number NIC104564 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Belfast Library and Society for Promoting Knowledge (Linen Hall Library) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC104564. The advancement of education charity based in Belfast. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/belfast-library-and-society-for-promoting-knowledge-linen-hall-library retrieved: 2026-08-18T12:09:39.917Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Belfast Library and Society for Promoting Knowledge (Linen Hall Library) is a registered charity (number NIC104564) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the advancement of the arts; culture. Its latest reported income was £1,181,234 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Belfast Library and Society for Promoting Knowledge (Linen Hall Library)? Registered charity number NIC104564 Status Registered (active) Charity type Constitution Location Belfast Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £1,181,234 Website [www.linenhall.com](http://www.linenhall.com/) ## What does Belfast Library and Society for Promoting Knowledge (Linen Hall Library) do? And whereas the Society was originally established for the collection of an extensive library, philosophical apparatus, and such productions of nature and art as tend to improve the mind, and to excite a spirit of general inquiry, and has acquired a valuable collection of books and other things, which have hitherto been preserved in the buildings and premises aforesaid; and the Society has, by the means aforesaid and otherwise, promoted education in Belfast and its neighbourhood; and the present object of the Society is to promote knowledge by the maintenance of a library, and by such other m… ## What causes is Belfast Library and Society for Promoting Knowledge (Linen Hall Library) registered for? The advancement of educationThe advancement of the artsculture ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Belfast Library and Society for Promoting Knowledge (Linen Hall Library) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Belfast Library and Society for Promoting Knowledge (Linen Hall Library) 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=belfast-library-and-society-for-promoting-knowledge-linen-hall-library&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.linenhall.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Belfast Library and Society for Promoting Knowledge (Linen Hall Library) a legitimate charity? Yes. Belfast Library and Society for Promoting Knowledge (Linen Hall Library) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC104564) regulated by the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Belfast Library and Society for Promoting Knowledge (Linen Hall Library)'s charity number? Belfast Library and Society for Promoting Knowledge (Linen Hall Library)'s charity number is NIC104564. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC104564? Search NIC104564 on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Belfast Library and Society for Promoting Knowledge (Linen Hall Library) do? And whereas the Society was originally established for the collection of an extensive library, philosophical apparatus, and such productions of nature and art as tend to improve the mind, and to excite a spirit of general inquiry, and has acquired a valuable collection of books and other things, which have hitherto been preserved in the buildings and premises aforesaid; and the Society has, by the means aforesaid and otherwise, promoted education in Belfast and its neighbourhood; and the present object of the Society is to promote knowledge by the maintenance of a library, and by such other m… Does Belfast Library and Society for Promoting Knowledge (Linen Hall Library) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Belfast Library and Society for Promoting Knowledge (Linen Hall Library). 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 Northern Ireland (CCNI) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Belfast Library and Society for Promoting Knowledge (Linen Hall Library)? Belfast Library and Society for Promoting Knowledge (Linen Hall Library)'s website is http://www.linenhall.com — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register extract dated 2026-08-12, 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://www.charitycommissionni.org.uk/charity-search/charity-details-page/?regId=104564&subId=0).