--- title: "British Society for Middle Eastern Studies — check charity number 1161206 | CharityCompare" description: "Is British Society for Middle Eastern Studies a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1161206. Education/training charity based in Covent Garden. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/british-society-for-middle-eastern-studies retrieved: 2026-08-19T07:07:07.179Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer British Society for Middle Eastern Studies is a registered charity (number 1161206) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. Its latest reported income was £141,487 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 British Society for Middle Eastern Studies? Registered charity number 1161206 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Covent Garden Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £141,487 Website [www.brismes.ac.uk](http://www.brismes.ac.uk/) ## What does British Society for Middle Eastern Studies do? To encourage and promote interest and study of the Middle Eastern cultural region from the end of classical antiquity to the present day in particular but not exclusively through the dissemination of information and by the encouragement of co-operation amongst persons concerned with the scholarly study of the region. ## What causes is British Society for Middle Eastern Studies registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for British Society for Middle Eastern Studies yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. British Society for Middle Eastern 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. [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-society-for-middle-eastern-studies&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.brismes.ac.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is British Society for Middle Eastern Studies a legitimate charity? Yes. British Society for Middle Eastern Studies is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1161206) 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 Middle Eastern Studies's charity number? British Society for Middle Eastern Studies's charity number is 1161206. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1161206? Search 1161206 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 Middle Eastern Studies do? To encourage and promote interest and study of the Middle Eastern cultural region from the end of classical antiquity to the present day in particular but not exclusively through the dissemination of information and by the encouragement of co-operation amongst persons concerned with the scholarly study of the region. Does British Society for Middle Eastern Studies have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for British Society for Middle Eastern 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 Middle Eastern Studies? British Society for Middle Eastern Studies's website is http://www.brismes.ac.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/1161206).