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title: "British Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies — check charity number 299756 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is British Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 299756. Education/training charity based in Moulton. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/british-society-for-eighteenth-century-studies
retrieved: 2026-08-19T07:09:31.497Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

British Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies is a registered charity (number 299756) 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 £103,291 (year ending 2025-11-30). 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 Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies?

Registered charity number

299756

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Moulton

Latest income (year ending 2025-11-30)

£103,291

Website

[www.bsecs.org.uk](http://www.bsecs.org.uk/)

## What does British Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies do?

The British Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies promotes the study of all aspects of eighteenth-century cultural history. The society publishes the Journal for Eighteenth-Century Studies four times a year. It organises a major conference in Oxford every January and a postgraduate conference in the summer. It is affiliated to the International Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies.

## What causes is British Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for British Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. British Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies 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.
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## Frequently asked questions

Is British Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies a legitimate charity?

Yes. British Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 299756) 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 Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies's charity number?

British Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies's charity number is 299756. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 299756?

Search 299756 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 Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies do?

The British Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies promotes the study of all aspects of eighteenth-century cultural history. The society publishes the Journal for Eighteenth-Century Studies four times a year. It organises a major conference in Oxford every January and a postgraduate conference in the summer. It is affiliated to the International Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies.

Does British Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for British Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies. 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 Society for Eighteenth-Century Studies?

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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/299756).