--- title: "Cambridge Antiquarian Society — check charity number 299211 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Cambridge Antiquarian Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 299211. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Downing Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/cambridge-antiquarian-society retrieved: 2026-08-18T03:21:43.227Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Cambridge Antiquarian Society is a registered charity (number 299211) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: arts/culture/heritage/science; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £19,592 (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 Cambridge Antiquarian Society? Registered charity number 299211 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Downing Street Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £19,592 Website [www.camantsoc.org](http://www.camantsoc.org/) ## What does Cambridge Antiquarian Society do? Monthly lectures, 2 annual conferences, publications, visits, displays and small grants with the aim of educating the public and promoting study in the fields of history, archaeology and architectural history, particularly in relation to the county of Cambridgeshire. The Society represents the interests of these fields within the county to bodies like local government and Cambridge University. ## What causes is Cambridge Antiquarian Society registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cambridge Antiquarian Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cambridge Antiquarian 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=cambridge-antiquarian-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.camantsoc.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Cambridge Antiquarian Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Cambridge Antiquarian Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 299211) 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 Cambridge Antiquarian Society's charity number? Cambridge Antiquarian Society's charity number is 299211. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 299211? Search 299211 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 Cambridge Antiquarian Society do? Monthly lectures, 2 annual conferences, publications, visits, displays and small grants with the aim of educating the public and promoting study in the fields of history, archaeology and architectural history, particularly in relation to the county of Cambridgeshire. The Society represents the interests of these fields within the county to bodies like local government and Cambridge University. Does Cambridge Antiquarian Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cambridge Antiquarian 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 Cambridge Antiquarian Society? Cambridge Antiquarian Society's website is http://www.camantsoc.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/299211).