The Omnibus Society (number 1048887) 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 Omnibus Society do?
Study into road passenger transport history and current operations throughout the United Kingdom and Ireland. This includes access to an extensive timetable and library, organising visits and talks relating to the UK bus and coach industry. Assistance is given to those undertaking research projects to support education, the publication of journals, papers and a general interest in the subject.
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
From the annual return
Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for The Omnibus Society
Answers The Omnibus Society gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission for the year ending 31 December 2024, 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 The Omnibus 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
The Omnibus Society's annual return for the year ending 31 December 2024 reports that no trustee received remuneration or other benefits from the charity.
Reported beneficiaries: The General Public/mankind.
Reported activities: Provides Services; Provides Advocacy/advice/information; Sponsors Or Undertakes Research; 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 The Omnibus Society registered for?
Education/training
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The register data used for this profile lists The Omnibus Society as a registered charity (number 1048887) 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 The Omnibus Society's charity number?
The Omnibus Society's charity number is 1048887. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
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What does The Omnibus Society do?
Study into road passenger transport history and current operations throughout the United Kingdom and Ireland. This includes access to an extensive timetable and library, organising visits and talks relating to the UK bus and coach industry. Assistance is given to those undertaking research projects to support education, the publication of journals, papers and a general interest in the subject.
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How can I donate to The Omnibus Society?
The Omnibus Society's website listed in our register data is http://www.omnibussoc.org. 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 The Omnibus Society?
The register records The Omnibus 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.
Are The Omnibus Society's trustees paid?
The Omnibus Society's annual return for the year ending 31 December 2024 reports that no trustee received remuneration or other benefits from the charity.
What was The Omnibus Society previously called?
The register lists this previous name for The Omnibus Society: Omnibus Society.
When was The Omnibus Society registered as a charity?
The Omnibus Society was entered on the register on 26 August 1995. It is also a company registered at Companies House (company number 03081365).