Is Norfolk Record Society a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Norfolk Record Society as a registered charity (number 249331) 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 Norfolk Record Society's charity number?

Norfolk Record Society's charity number is 249331. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 249331?

Search 249331 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.

Does Norfolk Record Society have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Norfolk Record 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 Norfolk Record Society?

Norfolk Record Society's website listed in our register data is http://www.norfolkrecordsociety.org.uk. 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.

What was Norfolk Record Society previously called?

The register lists this previous name for Norfolk Record Society: The Norfolk Record Society.

When was Norfolk Record Society registered as a charity?

Norfolk Record Society was entered on the register on 14 November 1966.

Registered charity · No. 249331

Norfolk Record Society

Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data

Norfolk Record Society is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include education/training, arts/culture/heritage/science, environment/conservation/heritage.

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What are the key facts about Norfolk Record Society?

Reported income · year ending 2025-12-31: £8,155
Reported spending · year ending 2025-12-31: £1,610
Registered charity number: 249331
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Other
Register contact address detail (not service area): Norwich
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Yes
Website: www.norfolkrecordsociety.org.uk

Quick answer

Norfolk Record Society (number 249331) 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 Norfolk Record Society do?

The Society was founded in 1930 to encourage the study and preservation of Norfolk records and to publish editions of documents relating to the history of the county. It normally publishes one volume per year.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

From the annual return

Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Norfolk Record Society

Answers Norfolk Record 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 Norfolk Record 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: 14 November 1966
Previous names on the register: The Norfolk Record Society
Where it says it operates: Norfolk

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: The General Public/mankind.

Reported activities: Provides Advocacy/advice/information; Sponsors Or Undertakes Research; Other Charitable Activities.

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 Norfolk Record Society registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage

Why is there no Clarity Score for Norfolk Record Society yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Norfolk Record Society. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

What should you check before donating to Norfolk Record Society?

Match the registered name and number to the appeal. A real charity number can be copied by someone impersonating the organisation.
Open the current register entry to check status, contact details and available accounts. This profile reflects a dated extract.
Read the charity’s annual report for its work and results. An unrated profile means we lack a full assessment; it is not a negative rating.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Norfolk Record Society a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Norfolk Record Society as a registered charity (number 249331) 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 Norfolk Record Society's charity number?: Norfolk Record Society's charity number is 249331. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 249331?: Search 249331 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 Norfolk Record Society do?: The Society was founded in 1930 to encourage the study and preservation of Norfolk records and to publish editions of documents relating to the history of the county. It normally publishes one volume per year.
Does Norfolk Record Society have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Norfolk Record 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 Norfolk Record Society?: Norfolk Record Society's website listed in our register data is http://www.norfolkrecordsociety.org.uk. 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.
Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to Norfolk Record Society?: The register records Norfolk Record 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 Norfolk Record Society previously called?: The register lists this previous name for Norfolk Record Society: The Norfolk Record Society.
When was Norfolk Record Society registered as a charity?: Norfolk Record Society was entered on the register on 14 November 1966.

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.