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title: "Derbyshire Archaeological Society — check charity number 225031 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Derbyshire Archaeological Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 225031. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Swanwick. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/derbyshire-archaeological-society
retrieved: 2026-08-23T11:00:48.657Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Derbyshire Archaeological Society is a registered charity (number 225031) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £177,789 (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 Derbyshire Archaeological Society?

Registered charity number

225031

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Swanwick

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£177,789

Website

[www.derbyshireas.org.uk](http://www.derbyshireas.org.uk/)

## What does Derbyshire Archaeological Society do?

Arts/Culture - relative to Pure Archaeology - Industrial Archaeology - Architecture - Local HistoryEnvironment/Conservation/HeritageInvolvement with the general public/mankindMakes grants to individuals in connection with research projects. Sponsors and undertakes its own research

## What causes is Derbyshire Archaeological Society registered for?

General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Derbyshire Archaeological Society yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Derbyshire Archaeological 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Derbyshire Archaeological Society a legitimate charity?

Yes. Derbyshire Archaeological Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 225031) 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 Derbyshire Archaeological Society's charity number?

Derbyshire Archaeological Society's charity number is 225031. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 225031?

Search 225031 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 Derbyshire Archaeological Society do?

Arts/Culture - relative to Pure Archaeology - Industrial Archaeology - Architecture - Local HistoryEnvironment/Conservation/HeritageInvolvement with the general public/mankindMakes grants to individuals in connection with research projects. Sponsors and undertakes its own research

Does Derbyshire Archaeological Society have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Derbyshire Archaeological 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 Derbyshire Archaeological Society?

Derbyshire Archaeological Society's website is http://www.derbyshireas.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/225031).