Vectis Archaeological Trust (number 1174499) 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 Vectis Archaeological Trust do?
To advance the study, understanding and enjoyment of the archaeology and history on and around the Isle of Wight, including education of the terrestrial and marine environments; and to advance the conservation of archaeological sites, monuments and material in both the terrestrial and marine environments of the Isle of Wight.
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
From the annual return
Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Vectis Archaeological Trust
Answers Vectis Archaeological Trust gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission for the year ending 31 March 2026, 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 does not record Vectis Archaeological Trust as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.
Vectis Archaeological Trust's annual return for the year ending 31 March 2026 reports that no trustee received remuneration or other benefits from the charity.
Registration details
Registered as a charity
Where it says it operates
Isle of Wight
Who it supports and how it works
Reported beneficiaries: Other Charities Or Voluntary Bodies; The General Public/mankind.
Reported activities: Makes Grants To Individuals; Makes Grants To Organisations; Provides Advocacy/advice/information; Sponsors Or Undertakes Research.
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 Vectis Archaeological Trust registered for?
Education/training
Why is there no Clarity Score for Vectis Archaeological Trust yet?
Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Vectis Archaeological Trust.
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Is Vectis Archaeological Trust a legitimate charity?
The register data used for this profile lists Vectis Archaeological Trust as a registered charity (number 1174499) 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 Vectis Archaeological Trust's charity number?
Vectis Archaeological Trust's charity number is 1174499. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
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What does Vectis Archaeological Trust do?
To advance the study, understanding and enjoyment of the archaeology and history on and around the Isle of Wight, including education of the terrestrial and marine environments; and to advance the conservation of archaeological sites, monuments and material in both the terrestrial and marine environments of the Isle of Wight.
Does Vectis Archaeological Trust have reviews and complaints?
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How can I donate to Vectis Archaeological Trust?
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Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to Vectis Archaeological Trust?
The register does not record Vectis Archaeological Trust as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.
Are Vectis Archaeological Trust's trustees paid?
Vectis Archaeological Trust's annual return for the year ending 31 March 2026 reports that no trustee received remuneration or other benefits from the charity.
When was Vectis Archaeological Trust registered as a charity?
Vectis Archaeological Trust was entered on the register on 4 September 2017.