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title: "Chingford Historical Society — check charity number 281623 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Chingford Historical Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 281623. Education/training charity based in London. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/chingford-historical-society
retrieved: 2026-08-19T01:27:59.773Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Chingford Historical Society is a registered charity (number 281623) 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; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £26,668 (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 Chingford Historical Society?

Registered charity number

281623

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

London

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£26,668

Website

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

## What does Chingford Historical Society do?

Lectures are held on historical subjects. Coach tours are organised to places of historical interest. Publications on the history of Chingford are issued. Representations are made to local authorities on historic buildings and conservation areas.

## What causes is Chingford Historical Society registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Chingford Historical Society yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Chingford Historical 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Chingford Historical Society a legitimate charity?

Yes. Chingford Historical Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 281623) 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 Chingford Historical Society's charity number?

Chingford Historical Society's charity number is 281623. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 281623?

Search 281623 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 Chingford Historical Society do?

Lectures are held on historical subjects. Coach tours are organised to places of historical interest. Publications on the history of Chingford are issued. Representations are made to local authorities on historic buildings and conservation areas.

Does Chingford Historical Society have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Chingford Historical 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 Chingford Historical Society?

Chingford Historical Society's website is http://www.chingfordhistory.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/281623).