Is Ripon Civic Society a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Ripon Civic Society as a registered charity (number 517434) 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 Ripon Civic Society's charity number?

Ripon Civic Society's charity number is 517434. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 517434?

Search 517434 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 Ripon Civic Society have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ripon Civic 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 Ripon Civic Society?

Ripon Civic Society's website listed in our register data is http://www.riponcivicsociety.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 Ripon Civic Society registered as a charity?

Ripon Civic Society was entered on the register on 10 July 1986.

Registered charity · No. 517434

Ripon Civic Society

Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data

Ripon Civic Society is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include environment/conservation/heritage.

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What are the key facts about Ripon Civic Society?

Reported income · year ending 2025-08-31: £3,038
Reported spending · year ending 2025-08-31: £3,048
Registered charity number: 517434
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Other
Register contact address detail (not service area): The Workhouse Museum
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Yes
Website: www.riponcivicsociety.org.uk

Quick answer

Ripon Civic Society (number 517434) 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 Ripon Civic Society do?

Promoting the preservation, protection & development of Ripon.Make annual awards to encourage high standards in any developments/refurbishments during the preceeding year.Commenting on planning matters relevant to Ripon with a view to promoting high standards in any developments.Educating members & the general public in the geography, history, natural history & general environment of Ripon.

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

From the annual return

Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Ripon Civic Society

Answers Ripon Civic 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 Ripon Civic 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: 10 July 1986
Where it says it operates: North Yorkshire

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: The General Public/mankind.

Reported activities: Makes Grants To Organisations; Provides Advocacy/advice/information; Acts As An Umbrella Or Resource Body.

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 Ripon Civic Society registered for?

Environment/conservation/heritage

Why is there no Clarity Score for Ripon Civic Society yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Ripon Civic 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 Ripon Civic 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.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Ripon Civic Society a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Ripon Civic Society as a registered charity (number 517434) 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 Ripon Civic Society's charity number?: Ripon Civic Society's charity number is 517434. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 517434?: Search 517434 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 Ripon Civic Society do?: Promoting the preservation, protection & development of Ripon.Make annual awards to encourage high standards in any developments/refurbishments during the preceeding year.Commenting on planning matters relevant to Ripon with a view to promoting high standards in any developments.Educating members & the general public in the geography, history, natural history & general environment of Ripon.
Does Ripon Civic Society have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ripon Civic 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 Ripon Civic Society?: Ripon Civic Society's website listed in our register data is http://www.riponcivicsociety.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 Ripon Civic Society?: The register records Ripon Civic 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.
When was Ripon Civic Society registered as a charity?: Ripon Civic Society was entered on the register on 10 July 1986.

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.