Is Oxford Historical Society a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Oxford Historical Society as a registered charity (number 1101069) 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 Oxford Historical Society's charity number?

Oxford Historical Society's charity number is 1101069. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1101069?

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Does Oxford Historical Society have reviews and complaints?

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How can I donate to Oxford Historical Society?

Oxford Historical Society's website listed in our register data is https://word.oxhistsoc.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 Oxford Historical Society registered as a charity?

Oxford Historical Society was entered on the register on 8 December 2003.

Registered charity · No. 1101069

Oxford Historical Society

Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data

Oxford Historical 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 Oxford Historical Society?

Reported income · year ending 2024-12-31: £2,414
Reported spending · year ending 2024-12-31: £11,907
Registered charity number: 1101069
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Other
Register contact address detail (not service area): Oxford
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Not recorded
Website: word.oxhistsoc.org.uk

Quick answer

Oxford Historical Society (number 1101069) 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 Oxford Historical Society do?

The Oxford Historical Society publishes archives, historical texts, and bibliographical tools about the history of Oxford (both the City and the University) and about the neighbouring villages & towns (following the boundaries of pre-1972 Oxfordshire). To date it has published 149 volumes, most of these dating from Georgian and earlier periods.

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

From the annual return

Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Oxford Historical Society

Answers Oxford Historical 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 Oxford Historical 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: 8 December 2003
Where it says it operates: Throughout England and Wales

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: The General Public/mankind.

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

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 Oxford Historical Society registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science

Why is there no Clarity Score for Oxford Historical Society yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Oxford Historical 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 Oxford Historical Society?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Oxford Historical Society a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Oxford Historical Society as a registered charity (number 1101069) 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 Oxford Historical Society's charity number?: Oxford Historical Society's charity number is 1101069. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 1101069?: Search 1101069 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 Oxford Historical Society do?: The Oxford Historical Society publishes archives, historical texts, and bibliographical tools about the history of Oxford (both the City and the University) and about the neighbouring villages & towns (following the boundaries of pre-1972 Oxfordshire). To date it has published 149 volumes, most of these dating from Georgian and earlier periods.
Does Oxford Historical Society have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Oxford Historical 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 Oxford Historical Society?: Oxford Historical Society's website listed in our register data is https://word.oxhistsoc.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 Oxford Historical Society?: The register does not record Oxford Historical Society as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.
When was Oxford Historical Society registered as a charity?: Oxford Historical Society was entered on the register on 8 December 2003.

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.