--- title: "Chester Society of Natural Science, Literature and Art — check charity number 516496 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Chester Society of Natural Science, Literature and Art a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 516496. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Rowton. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/chester-society-of-natural-science-literature-and-art retrieved: 2026-08-18T22:44:03.497Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Chester Society of Natural Science, Literature and Art is a registered charity (number 516496) 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 £934 (year ending 2025-04-30). 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 Chester Society of Natural Science, Literature and Art? Registered charity number 516496 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Rowton Latest income (year ending 2025-04-30) £934 Website [www.chesterlecturesociety.com](http://www.chesterlecturesociety.com/) ## What does Chester Society of Natural Science, Literature and Art do? Regular lectures on subjects relating to the title of the Society. ## What causes is Chester Society of Natural Science, Literature and Art registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Chester Society of Natural Science, Literature and Art yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Chester Society of Natural Science, Literature and Art 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=chester-society-of-natural-science-literature-and-art&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.chesterlecturesociety.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Chester Society of Natural Science, Literature and Art a legitimate charity? Yes. Chester Society of Natural Science, Literature and Art is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 516496) 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 Chester Society of Natural Science, Literature and Art's charity number? Chester Society of Natural Science, Literature and Art's charity number is 516496. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 516496? Search 516496 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 Chester Society of Natural Science, Literature and Art do? Regular lectures on subjects relating to the title of the Society. Does Chester Society of Natural Science, Literature and Art have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Chester Society of Natural Science, Literature and Art. 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 Chester Society of Natural Science, Literature and Art? Chester Society of Natural Science, Literature and Art's website is http://www.chesterlecturesociety.com — 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/516496).