Is Wells Civic Society a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Wells Civic Society as a registered charity (number 208574) 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 Wells Civic Society's charity number?

Wells Civic Society's charity number is 208574. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 208574?

Search 208574 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.

Does Wells Civic Society have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Wells Civic Society. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.

How can I donate to Wells Civic Society?

Wells Civic Society's website listed in our register data is http://www.wellscivicsociety.org.uk. 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.

What was Wells Civic Society previously called?

The register lists these previous names for Wells Civic Society: The Wells Preservation and Amenity Society; Wells Preservation Society.

When was Wells Civic Society registered as a charity?

Wells Civic Society was entered on the register on 29 January 1963.

Registered charity · No. 208574

Wells Civic Society

Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data

Wells Civic Society is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include environment/conservation/heritage.

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What are the key facts about Wells Civic Society?

Reported income · year ending 2025-09-30: £3,453
Reported spending · year ending 2025-09-30: £2,655
Registered charity number: 208574
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Other
Register contact address detail (not service area): Wells
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Yes
Website: www.wellscivicsociety.org.uk

Quick answer

Wells Civic Society (number 208574) 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 Wells Civic Society do?

Promote high standards of planning and architecture in or around the City of Wells. Promote civic pride. Hold meetings and lectures.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

From the annual return

Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Wells Civic Society

Answers Wells Civic Society gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission, 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 Wells Civic 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

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 29 January 1963
Previous names on the register: The Wells Preservation and Amenity Society; Wells Preservation Society
Where it says it operates: Somerset

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: The General Public/mankind.

Reported activities: Provides Advocacy/advice/information; Sponsors Or Undertakes Research; Other Charitable Activities.

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 Wells Civic Society registered for?

Environment/conservation/heritage

Why is there no Clarity Score for Wells Civic Society yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Wells Civic Society. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

What should you check before donating to Wells Civic Society?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Wells Civic Society a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Wells Civic Society as a registered charity (number 208574) 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 Wells Civic Society's charity number?: Wells Civic Society's charity number is 208574. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 208574?: Search 208574 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.
What does Wells Civic Society do?: Promote high standards of planning and architecture in or around the City of Wells. Promote civic pride. Hold meetings and lectures.
Does Wells Civic Society have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Wells Civic Society. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.
How can I donate to Wells Civic Society?: Wells Civic Society's website listed in our register data is http://www.wellscivicsociety.org.uk. 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 Wells Civic Society?: The register records Wells Civic 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.
What was Wells Civic Society previously called?: The register lists these previous names for Wells Civic Society: The Wells Preservation and Amenity Society; Wells Preservation Society.
When was Wells Civic Society registered as a charity?: Wells Civic Society was entered on the register on 29 January 1963.

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.