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title: "Cleethorpes and District Astronomical Society — check charity number 1186764 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Cleethorpes and District Astronomical Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1186764. Education/training charity based in Cleethorpes. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/cleethorpes-and-district-astronomical-society
retrieved: 2026-08-19T08:35:31.125Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Cleethorpes and District Astronomical Society is a registered charity (number 1186764) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £2,637 (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 Cleethorpes and District Astronomical Society?

Registered charity number

1186764

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Cleethorpes

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£2,637

Website

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

## What does Cleethorpes and District Astronomical Society do?

We are an Astronomical Society with an observatory and meeting room situated at Beacon Hill, Cleethorpes. Although a members' society, all our activities are open to the general public. We organise talks, sessions for newcomers to astronomy, public observing evenings, Informal meetings and outreach sessions for schools, scouting groups and other organisations.

## What causes is Cleethorpes and District Astronomical Society registered for?

Education/trainingOther Charitable Purposes

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cleethorpes and District Astronomical Society yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cleethorpes and District Astronomical 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.
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## Frequently asked questions

Is Cleethorpes and District Astronomical Society a legitimate charity?

Yes. Cleethorpes and District Astronomical Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1186764) 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 Cleethorpes and District Astronomical Society's charity number?

Cleethorpes and District Astronomical Society's charity number is 1186764. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1186764?

Search 1186764 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 Cleethorpes and District Astronomical Society do?

We are an Astronomical Society with an observatory and meeting room situated at Beacon Hill, Cleethorpes. Although a members' society, all our activities are open to the general public. We organise talks, sessions for newcomers to astronomy, public observing evenings, Informal meetings and outreach sessions for schools, scouting groups and other organisations.

Does Cleethorpes and District Astronomical Society have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cleethorpes and District Astronomical 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 Cleethorpes and District Astronomical Society?

Cleethorpes and District Astronomical Society's website is http://www.cleethorpesastronomy.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/1186764).