Is Folkestone and District Local History Society a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Folkestone and District Local History Society as a registered charity (number 295994) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Folkestone and District Local History Society's charity number?

Folkestone and District Local History Society's charity number is 295994. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

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Registered charity · No. 295994

Folkestone and District Local History Society

Folkestone and District Local History Society is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include education/training, environment/conservation/heritage.

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Quick answer

Folkestone and District Local History Society is listed as a registered charity (number 295994) in the Charity Commission for England and Wales data used for this profile. Verify its current status and contact details on the live register before donating. It is registered for: education/training; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £3,720 (year ending 2026-07-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score can be added when it enters our detailed scoring dataset.

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What are the key facts about Folkestone and District Local History Society?

Registered charity number: 295994
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Other
Register contact address detail (not service area): Folkestone
Latest income (year ending 2026-07-31): £3,720
Website: www.folkestonehistory.org

What does Folkestone and District Local History Society do?

Generate and enhance public interest in all aspects of the history of Folkestone and surrounding district.Arrange a series of talks throughout the year,together with exhibitions and outings,by producing for sale other publications that help to provide background for local history research.Supports other local organisations who seek to promote the history of Folkestone and surrounding district.

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: Children/young People; Elderly/old People; The General Public/mankind.

Reported activities: Provides Advocacy/advice/information.

Classifications supplied to the register; extract 2026-09-23. These broad categories do not establish eligibility or current capacity. Use the official contact details to ask about access, referrals and service area.

What causes is Folkestone and District Local History Society registered for?

Education/trainingEnvironment/conservation/heritage

Why is there no Clarity Score for Folkestone and District Local History Society yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Folkestone and District Local History 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. A rating can be added when the charity enters our scoring dataset with enough filing data. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

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Frequently asked questions

Is Folkestone and District Local History Society a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Folkestone and District Local History Society as a registered charity (number 295994) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Folkestone and District Local History Society's charity number?: Folkestone and District Local History Society's charity number is 295994. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 295994?: Search 295994 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 Folkestone and District Local History Society do?: Generate and enhance public interest in all aspects of the history of Folkestone and surrounding district.Arrange a series of talks throughout the year,together with exhibitions and outings,by producing for sale other publications that help to provide background for local history research.Supports other local organisations who seek to promote the history of Folkestone and surrounding district.
Does Folkestone and District Local History Society have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Folkestone and District Local History 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 Folkestone and District Local History Society?: Folkestone and District Local History Society's website listed in our register data is http://www.folkestonehistory.org. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-09-23, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.