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Defence Surveyors' Association is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include education/training, environment/conservation/heritage, other charitable purposes.
Defence Surveyors' Association (number 221816) 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 Defence Surveyors' Association do?
To further Defence Surveying capabilities by:a. organisation of technical and historical meetings, visits & semniars;b publication of a technical journal;c. restoration & preservation of historical artifacts;d. maintenance of historical records & archives;e. supporting research;f. fostering esprit de corps for serving & retired members of the Defence Surveying Community.
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Defence Surveyors' Association
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Can I claim Gift Aid, and are the trustees paid?
The register records Defence Surveyors' Association 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
Previous names on the register
Defence Surveyors' Association (Formerly the Field Survey Association); Field Survey Association
Where it says it operates
Throughout England and Wales
Who it supports and how it works
Reported beneficiaries: Other Defined Groups.
Reported activities: Makes Grants To Individuals; Makes Grants To Organisations; Provides Other Finance; 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.
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Is Defence Surveyors' Association a legitimate charity?
The register data used for this profile lists Defence Surveyors' Association as a registered charity (number 221816) 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 Defence Surveyors' Association's charity number?
Defence Surveyors' Association's charity number is 221816. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
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What does Defence Surveyors' Association do?
To further Defence Surveying capabilities by:a. organisation of technical and historical meetings, visits & semniars;b publication of a technical journal;c. restoration & preservation of historical artifacts;d. maintenance of historical records & archives;e. supporting research;f. fostering esprit de corps for serving & retired members of the Defence Surveying Community.
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CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Defence Surveyors' Association. 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 Defence Surveyors' Association?
Defence Surveyors' Association's website listed in our register data is http://www.defencesurveyors.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 Defence Surveyors' Association?
The register records Defence Surveyors' Association 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 Defence Surveyors' Association previously called?
The register lists these previous names for Defence Surveyors' Association: Defence Surveyors' Association (Formerly the Field Survey Association); Field Survey Association.
When was Defence Surveyors' Association registered as a charity?
Defence Surveyors' Association was entered on the register on 7 January 1964.