--- title: "Dedham Vale Society — check charity number 246007 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dedham Vale Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 246007. Environment/conservation/heritage charity based in The Downs. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dedham-vale-society retrieved: 2026-08-23T06:49:55.738Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dedham Vale Society is a registered charity (number 246007) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £29,986 (year ending 2024-12-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Dedham Vale Society? Registered charity number 246007 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location The Downs Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £29,986 Website [www.dedhamvalesociety.org.uk](http://www.dedhamvalesociety.org.uk/) ## What does Dedham Vale Society do? Seeks to preserve the environment of 'Constable Country' in and around the Dedham Vale. ## What causes is Dedham Vale Society registered for? Environment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dedham Vale Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dedham Vale 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](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=dedham-vale-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.dedhamvalesociety.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dedham Vale Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Dedham Vale Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 246007) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Dedham Vale Society's charity number? Dedham Vale Society's charity number is 246007. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 246007? Search 246007 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 Dedham Vale Society do? Seeks to preserve the environment of 'Constable Country' in and around the Dedham Vale. Does Dedham Vale Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dedham Vale 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 Dedham Vale Society? Dedham Vale Society's website is http://www.dedhamvalesociety.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 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/246007).