--- title: "Bournemouth Natural Science Society — check charity number 1165951 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bournemouth Natural Science Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1165951. Education/training charity based in 39 Christchurch Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bournemouth-natural-science-society retrieved: 2026-08-19T01:27:58.228Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bournemouth Natural Science Society is a registered charity (number 1165951) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £62,302 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Bournemouth Natural Science Society? Registered charity number 1165951 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 39 Christchurch Road Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £62,302 Website [www.bnss.org.uk](http://www.bnss.org.uk/) ## What does Bournemouth Natural Science Society do? Bournemouth Natural Science Society, through its extraordinary Natural History, Egyptology & Earth Science collection & exhibits, together with numerous learning opportunities, promotes & stimulate an interest for lifelong learning & care for our natural world. BNSS hosts a thriving Young Explorers group. The Museum is accredited by Arts Council England.For further information: www.bnss.org.uk ## What causes is Bournemouth Natural Science Society registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bournemouth Natural Science Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bournemouth Natural Science 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=bournemouth-natural-science-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bnss.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bournemouth Natural Science Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Bournemouth Natural Science Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1165951) 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 Bournemouth Natural Science Society's charity number? Bournemouth Natural Science Society's charity number is 1165951. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1165951? Search 1165951 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 Bournemouth Natural Science Society do? Bournemouth Natural Science Society, through its extraordinary Natural History, Egyptology & Earth Science collection & exhibits, together with numerous learning opportunities, promotes & stimulate an interest for lifelong learning & care for our natural world. BNSS hosts a thriving Young Explorers group. The Museum is accredited by Arts Council England.For further information: www.bnss.org.uk Does Bournemouth Natural Science Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bournemouth Natural Science 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 Bournemouth Natural Science Society? Bournemouth Natural Science Society's website is http://www.bnss.org.uk — 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/1165951).