Leigh Ornithological Society (number 504889) is listed as registered in the Charity Commission snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.
What does Leigh Ornithological Society do?
The aims of the society are to further the studies of birds in the field and assist in their preservation.Specific activities include:- co-operation with other bodies in the maintenance/management of local areas of ornithological/natural history importance- recording of bird life in the LOS area- publishing of ornithological material and that related to conservation, relevant to the area
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
From the annual return
Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Leigh Ornithological Society
Answers Leigh Ornithological Society gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.
Can I claim Gift Aid, and are the trustees paid?
The register records Leigh Ornithological Society as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration. Work out your Gift Aid
Registration details
Registered as a charity
Also known as
Los
Previous names on the register
"leigh Ornithological Society"
Where it says it operates
Wigan · Lancashire
Who it supports and how it works
Reported beneficiaries: Other Charities Or Voluntary Bodies; The General Public/mankind.
Classifications supplied to the register; extract 2026-10-04. 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 Leigh Ornithological Society registered for?
Environment/conservation/heritage
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Is Leigh Ornithological Society a legitimate charity?
The register data used for this profile lists Leigh Ornithological Society as a registered charity (number 504889) 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 Leigh Ornithological Society's charity number?
Leigh Ornithological Society's charity number is 504889. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
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What does Leigh Ornithological Society do?
The aims of the society are to further the studies of birds in the field and assist in their preservation.Specific activities include:- co-operation with other bodies in the maintenance/management of local areas of ornithological/natural history importance- recording of bird life in the LOS area- publishing of ornithological material and that related to conservation, relevant to the area
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How can I donate to Leigh Ornithological Society?
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Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to Leigh Ornithological Society?
The register records Leigh Ornithological Society as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration.
What was Leigh Ornithological Society previously called?
The register lists this previous name for Leigh Ornithological Society: "leigh Ornithological Society".
When was Leigh Ornithological Society registered as a charity?
Leigh Ornithological Society was entered on the register on 27 January 1976.