--- title: "Cumberland and Westmorland Antiquarian and Archaeological Society — check charity number 227786 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Cumberland and Westmorland Antiquarian and Archaeological Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 227786. Education/training charity based in Cummersdale. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/cumberland-and-westmorland-antiquarian-and-archaeological-society retrieved: 2026-08-19T20:38:07.142Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Cumberland and Westmorland Antiquarian and Archaeological Society is a registered charity (number 227786) 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 £61,306 (year ending 2025-01-31). 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 Cumberland and Westmorland Antiquarian and Archaeological Society? Registered charity number 227786 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Cummersdale Latest income (year ending 2025-01-31) £61,306 Website [cumbriapast.com](http://cumbriapast.com/) ## What does Cumberland and Westmorland Antiquarian and Archaeological Society do? Funds historical and archaeological research with grants to volunteer groups, schools, museums and academic/professional researchers. Operates a website with accessible heritage information. Support local historical societies in studying the historical environment. Holds study days, lectures and visits. Publishes a respected annual journal, plus books and other publications. ## What causes is Cumberland and Westmorland Antiquarian and Archaeological Society registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cumberland and Westmorland Antiquarian and Archaeological Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cumberland and Westmorland Antiquarian and Archaeological 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? 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=cumberland-and-westmorland-antiquarian-and-archaeological-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://cumbriapast.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Cumberland and Westmorland Antiquarian and Archaeological Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Cumberland and Westmorland Antiquarian and Archaeological Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 227786) 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 Cumberland and Westmorland Antiquarian and Archaeological Society's charity number? Cumberland and Westmorland Antiquarian and Archaeological Society's charity number is 227786. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 227786? Search 227786 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 Cumberland and Westmorland Antiquarian and Archaeological Society do? Funds historical and archaeological research with grants to volunteer groups, schools, museums and academic/professional researchers. Operates a website with accessible heritage information. Support local historical societies in studying the historical environment. Holds study days, lectures and visits. Publishes a respected annual journal, plus books and other publications. Does Cumberland and Westmorland Antiquarian and Archaeological Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cumberland and Westmorland Antiquarian and Archaeological 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 Cumberland and Westmorland Antiquarian and Archaeological Society? Cumberland and Westmorland Antiquarian and Archaeological Society's website is http://cumbriapast.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/227786).