--- title: "Colchester Archaeological Group — check charity number 1028434 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Colchester Archaeological Group a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1028434. Education/training charity based in Thorpe-Le-Soken. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/colchester-archaeological-group retrieved: 2026-08-19T11:01:38.202Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Colchester Archaeological Group is a registered charity (number 1028434) 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 £5,066 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Colchester Archaeological Group? Registered charity number 1028434 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Thorpe-Le-Soken Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £5,066 Website [caguk.net](http://caguk.net/) ## What does Colchester Archaeological Group do? Through lectures, study visits, publications, excavations and fieldwork to educate and promote a knowledge of and interest in archaeology, both generally and with particular reference to Colchester and district ## What causes is Colchester Archaeological Group registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Colchester Archaeological Group yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Colchester Archaeological Group 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=colchester-archaeological-group&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://caguk.net/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Colchester Archaeological Group a legitimate charity? Yes. Colchester Archaeological Group is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1028434) 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 Colchester Archaeological Group's charity number? Colchester Archaeological Group's charity number is 1028434. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1028434? Search 1028434 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 Colchester Archaeological Group do? Through lectures, study visits, publications, excavations and fieldwork to educate and promote a knowledge of and interest in archaeology, both generally and with particular reference to Colchester and district Does Colchester Archaeological Group have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Colchester Archaeological Group. 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 Colchester Archaeological Group? Colchester Archaeological Group's website is http://caguk.net — 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/1028434).