--- title: "British Naturalists' Association — check charity number 296551 | CharityCompare" description: "Is British Naturalists' Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 296551. Education/training charity based in Tring. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/british-naturalists-association retrieved: 2026-08-19T07:59:25.268Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer British Naturalists' Association is a registered charity (number 296551) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; animals; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £11,058 (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 British Naturalists' Association? Registered charity number 296551 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Tring Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £11,058 Website [www.bna-naturalists.org](http://www.bna-naturalists.org/) ## What does British Naturalists' Association do? The Association's objects are to promote, organise, carry on and encourage education of the public and study and research (including the recording and study of places and objects of natural history, scientific interest, and natural beauty) for the advancement of knowledge in all branches of natural history and for such purposes to encourage and actively support the conservation of wildlife.... ## What causes is British Naturalists' Association registered for? Education/trainingAnimalsEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for British Naturalists' Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. British Naturalists' Association 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=british-naturalists-association&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bna-naturalists.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is British Naturalists' Association a legitimate charity? Yes. British Naturalists' Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 296551) 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 British Naturalists' Association's charity number? British Naturalists' Association's charity number is 296551. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 296551? Search 296551 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 British Naturalists' Association do? The Association's objects are to promote, organise, carry on and encourage education of the public and study and research (including the recording and study of places and objects of natural history, scientific interest, and natural beauty) for the advancement of knowledge in all branches of natural history and for such purposes to encourage and actively support the conservation of wildlife.... Does British Naturalists' Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for British Naturalists' Association. 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 British Naturalists' Association? British Naturalists' Association's website is http://www.bna-naturalists.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/296551).