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Registered charity · No. 273716Chichester

The South Downs Astronomical Society

The South Downs Astronomical Society is a registered charity in England & Wales working in education/training, environment/conservation/heritage, based in Chichester.

Quick answer

The South Downs Astronomical Society is a registered charity (number 273716) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £1,768 (year ending 2025-11-30). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available.

Key facts

Registered charity number
273716
Status
Registered (active)
Charity type
Other
Location
Chichester
Latest income (year ending 2025-11-30)
£1,768

What the charity does

A registered educational charity to promote the public understanding of science and technology and to provide a club for those interested in science and, in particular, astronomy. The members meet up regularly to interchange information on the subject via observing sessions and visiting lecturers.

Registered causes

Education/trainingEnvironment/conservation/heritage

Why there's no Clarity Score yet

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The South Downs Astronomical Society is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. How scoring works

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Frequently asked questions

Is The South Downs Astronomical Society a legitimate charity?
Yes. The South Downs Astronomical Society is a registered charity (number 273716) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register.
What does The South Downs Astronomical Society do?
A registered educational charity to promote the public understanding of science and technology and to provide a club for those interested in science and, in particular, astronomy. The members meet up regularly to interchange information on the subject via observing sessions and visiting lecturers.
How can I donate to The South Downs Astronomical Society?
The South Downs Astronomical Society's website is http://www.southdownsas.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.