--- title: "British Waterfowl Association — check charity number 263156 | CharityCompare" description: "Is British Waterfowl Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 263156. Education/training charity based in The Dale. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/british-waterfowl-association retrieved: 2026-08-19T07:07:27.921Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer British Waterfowl Association is a registered charity (number 263156) 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 £20,655 (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 Waterfowl Association? Registered charity number 263156 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location The Dale Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £20,655 Website [www.waterfowl.org.uk](http://www.waterfowl.org.uk/) ## What does British Waterfowl Association do? Promotes the conservation and preservation of all species of waterfowl and strives to educate through attendance at educational activities and other public events. This includes the education of the public via social media about some of the myths regarding the welfare of waterfowl. Producing academic studies such as looking into the genetic purity of endangered species of waterfowl. ## What causes is British Waterfowl Association registered for? Education/trainingAnimalsEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for British Waterfowl Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. British Waterfowl 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-waterfowl-association&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.waterfowl.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is British Waterfowl Association a legitimate charity? Yes. British Waterfowl Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 263156) 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 Waterfowl Association's charity number? British Waterfowl Association's charity number is 263156. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 263156? Search 263156 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 Waterfowl Association do? Promotes the conservation and preservation of all species of waterfowl and strives to educate through attendance at educational activities and other public events. This includes the education of the public via social media about some of the myths regarding the welfare of waterfowl. Producing academic studies such as looking into the genetic purity of endangered species of waterfowl. Does British Waterfowl Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for British Waterfowl 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 Waterfowl Association? British Waterfowl Association's website is http://www.waterfowl.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/263156).