The Detectorists Foundation
The Detectorists Foundation is a registered charity in England & Wales working in education/training, other charitable purposes, based in Kington.
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Key facts
- Registered charity number
- 1182023
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- CIO
- Location
- Kington
- Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31)
- £796
- Website
- www.thedif.org.uk
What the charity does
To conserve and preserve our national archaeological heritage including:1. To advance the education of the public in the subject of metal detecting to archaeological principles.2. To assist in such ways as the charity trustees think fit in supporting the recording and preservation of discovered portable antiques.3. To identify and conserve new discoveries of an archaeological nature.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is The Detectorists Foundation a legitimate charity?
- Yes. The Detectorists Foundation is a registered charity (number 1182023) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register.
- What does The Detectorists Foundation do?
- To conserve and preserve our national archaeological heritage including:1. To advance the education of the public in the subject of metal detecting to archaeological principles.2. To assist in such ways as the charity trustees think fit in supporting the recording and preservation of discovered portable antiques.3. To identify and conserve new discoveries of an archaeological nature.
- How can I donate to The Detectorists Foundation?
- The Detectorists Foundation's website is http://www.thedif.org.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.
Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-18, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.