Is Norwich Astronomical Society a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Norwich Astronomical Society as a registered charity (number 262968) 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 Norwich Astronomical Society's charity number?

Norwich Astronomical Society's charity number is 262968. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 262968?

Search 262968 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 Norwich Astronomical Society have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Norwich Astronomical 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 Norwich Astronomical Society?

Norwich Astronomical Society's website listed in our register data is http://www.norwichastro.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.

When was Norwich Astronomical Society registered as a charity?

Norwich Astronomical Society was entered on the register on 14 September 1971.

Registered charity · No. 262968

Norwich Astronomical Society

Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data

Norwich Astronomical Society is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include education/training, arts/culture/heritage/science.

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What are the key facts about Norwich Astronomical Society?

Reported income · year ending 2025-08-31: £8,231
Reported spending · year ending 2025-08-31: £6,961
Registered charity number: 262968
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Other
Register contact address detail (not service area): Norwich
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Not recorded
Website: www.norwichastro.org.uk

Quick answer

Norwich Astronomical Society (number 262968) 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 Norwich Astronomical Society do?

The Norwich Astronomical Society has two aims; to provide facilities for those who wish to study and enjoy the night sky and to educate the public in astronomy and other space related subjects. The Society achieves this by encouraging membership from all walks of life and by running public lectures and observing sessions throughout the year.

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

From the annual return

Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Norwich Astronomical Society

Answers Norwich Astronomical 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 does not record Norwich Astronomical Society as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 14 September 1971
Where it says it operates: Norfolk · Suffolk

Who it supports and how it works

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

Reported activities: Provides Human Resources; Provides Buildings/facilities/open Space; 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 Norwich Astronomical Society registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science

Why is there no Clarity Score for Norwich Astronomical Society yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Norwich Astronomical 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 Norwich Astronomical Society?

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Open the current register entry to check status, contact details and available accounts. This profile reflects a dated extract.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Norwich Astronomical Society a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Norwich Astronomical Society as a registered charity (number 262968) 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 Norwich Astronomical Society's charity number?: Norwich Astronomical Society's charity number is 262968. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 262968?: Search 262968 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 Norwich Astronomical Society do?: The Norwich Astronomical Society has two aims; to provide facilities for those who wish to study and enjoy the night sky and to educate the public in astronomy and other space related subjects. The Society achieves this by encouraging membership from all walks of life and by running public lectures and observing sessions throughout the year.
Does Norwich Astronomical Society have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Norwich Astronomical 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 Norwich Astronomical Society?: Norwich Astronomical Society's website listed in our register data is http://www.norwichastro.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 Norwich Astronomical Society?: The register does not record Norwich Astronomical Society as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.
When was Norwich Astronomical Society registered as a charity?: Norwich Astronomical Society was entered on the register on 14 September 1971.

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.