Is Isle of Wight Natural History and Archaeological Society a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Isle of Wight Natural History and Archaeological Society as a registered charity (number 260747) 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.

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Isle of Wight Natural History and Archaeological Society

Isle of Wight Natural History and Archaeological Society is a registered charity in England & Wales working in environment/conservation/heritage, based in The Prospect Business Centre.

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Isle of Wight Natural History and Archaeological Society is listed as a registered charity (number 260747) 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: environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £36,264 (year ending 2025-12-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score can be added when it enters our detailed scoring dataset.

What are the key facts about Isle of Wight Natural History and Archaeological Society?

Registered charity number: 260747
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Other
Register contact locality (not service coverage): The Prospect Business Centre
Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31): £36,264
Website: www.iwnhas.org

What does Isle of Wight Natural History and Archaeological Society do?

We hold both field and indoor meetings throughout the year to assist in the study of natural history, geology and archaeology in relation to the Isle of Wight. We also manage a biological database and provide records to the Isle of Wight Council.

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: The General Public/mankind.

Reported activities: Sponsors Or Undertakes Research.

Classifications supplied to the register; extract 2026-09-08. 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 Isle of Wight Natural History and Archaeological Society registered for?

Environment/conservation/heritage

Why is there no Clarity Score for Isle of Wight Natural History and Archaeological Society yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Isle of Wight Natural History 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. 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 Isle of Wight Natural History and Archaeological Society a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Isle of Wight Natural History and Archaeological Society as a registered charity (number 260747) 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 Isle of Wight Natural History and Archaeological Society's charity number?: Isle of Wight Natural History and Archaeological Society's charity number is 260747. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 260747?: Search 260747 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 Isle of Wight Natural History and Archaeological Society do?: We hold both field and indoor meetings throughout the year to assist in the study of natural history, geology and archaeology in relation to the Isle of Wight. We also manage a biological database and provide records to the Isle of Wight Council.
Does Isle of Wight Natural History and Archaeological Society have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Isle of Wight Natural History 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 Isle of Wight Natural History and Archaeological Society?: Isle of Wight Natural History and Archaeological Society's website listed in our register data is http://www.iwnhas.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 2026-09-08, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.