The Dorchester Association for Research Into Local History and Archaeology
Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data
The Dorchester Association for Research Into Local History and Archaeology is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include education/training, arts/culture/heritage/science, environment/conservation/heritage.
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At a glance · official register
What are the key facts about The Dorchester Association for Research Into Local History and Archaeology?
Reported income · year ending 2025-06-30
£1,892
Reported spending · year ending 2025-06-30
£1,784
Registered charity number
293998
Status in source extract
Registered
Charity type
Other
Register contact address detail (not service area)
The Dorchester Association for Research Into Local History and Archaeology (number 293998) 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 The Dorchester Association for Research Into Local History and Archaeology do?
Research into local history and archaeology
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
From the annual return
Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for The Dorchester Association for Research Into Local History and Archaeology
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Registration details
Registered as a charity
Also known as
The Dorchester Association
Where it says it operates
Dorset
Who it supports and how it works
Reported beneficiaries: The General Public/mankind.
Reported activities: Sponsors Or Undertakes Research.
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Is The Dorchester Association for Research Into Local History and Archaeology a legitimate charity?
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What is The Dorchester Association for Research Into Local History and Archaeology's charity number?
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What does The Dorchester Association for Research Into Local History and Archaeology do?
Research into local history and archaeology
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Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to The Dorchester Association for Research Into Local History and Archaeology?
The register records The Dorchester Association for Research Into Local History and Archaeology 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 The Dorchester Association for Research Into Local History and Archaeology registered as a charity?
The Dorchester Association for Research Into Local History and Archaeology was entered on the register on 8 April 1986.