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title: "Crayford Manor House Astronomical Society Dartford — check charity number 1156678 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Crayford Manor House Astronomical Society Dartford a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1156678. Education/training charity based in Paddock Wood. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/crayford-manor-house-astronomical-society-dartford
retrieved: 2026-08-19T17:29:22.402Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Crayford Manor House Astronomical Society Dartford is a registered charity (number 1156678) 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. Its latest reported income was £3,211 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Crayford Manor House Astronomical Society Dartford?

Registered charity number

1156678

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Paddock Wood

Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31)

£3,211

Website

[www.crayfordmanorastro.com](http://www.crayfordmanorastro.com/)

## What does Crayford Manor House Astronomical Society Dartford do?

Delivering up to 22 educational professional lectures on astronomy or related subjects; up to 30 informal evenings where members discuss their activities and impart knowledge; providing access to its observatory and use of its astronomical equipment; safe location for observing evenings, weather permitting; public outreach; running educational projects.

## What causes is Crayford Manor House Astronomical Society Dartford registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Crayford Manor House Astronomical Society Dartford yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Crayford Manor House Astronomical Society Dartford 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 Crayford Manor House Astronomical Society Dartford a legitimate charity?

Yes. Crayford Manor House Astronomical Society Dartford is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1156678) 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 Crayford Manor House Astronomical Society Dartford's charity number?

Crayford Manor House Astronomical Society Dartford's charity number is 1156678. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1156678?

Search 1156678 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 Crayford Manor House Astronomical Society Dartford do?

Delivering up to 22 educational professional lectures on astronomy or related subjects; up to 30 informal evenings where members discuss their activities and impart knowledge; providing access to its observatory and use of its astronomical equipment; safe location for observing evenings, weather permitting; public outreach; running educational projects.

Does Crayford Manor House Astronomical Society Dartford have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Crayford Manor House Astronomical Society Dartford. 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 Crayford Manor House Astronomical Society Dartford?

Crayford Manor House Astronomical Society Dartford's website is http://www.crayfordmanorastro.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/1156678).