--- title: "British Obesity Society — check charity number 1144564 | CharityCompare" description: "Is British Obesity Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1144564. Education/training charity based in 73 Station Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/british-obesity-society retrieved: 2026-08-19T07:08:59.978Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer British Obesity Society is a registered charity (number 1144564) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £5,428 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 British Obesity Society? Registered charity number 1144564 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 73 Station Road Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £5,428 Website [www.thebos.org](http://www.thebos.org/) ## What does British Obesity Society do? The Charity's principle activities is to advance the education of the public and health professionals in the prevention of, and the affective treatment and management of obesity. ## What causes is British Obesity Society registered for? Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of Lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for British Obesity Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. British Obesity 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=british-obesity-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.thebos.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is British Obesity Society a legitimate charity? Yes. British Obesity Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1144564) 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 Obesity Society's charity number? British Obesity Society's charity number is 1144564. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1144564? Search 1144564 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 Obesity Society do? The Charity's principle activities is to advance the education of the public and health professionals in the prevention of, and the affective treatment and management of obesity. Does British Obesity Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for British Obesity 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 British Obesity Society? British Obesity Society's website is http://www.thebos.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/1144564).