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title: "Dungeness Bird Observatory Trust — check charity number 268125 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Dungeness Bird Observatory Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 268125. Education/training charity based in Tunbridge Wells. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dungeness-bird-observatory-trust
retrieved: 2026-08-24T09:56:37.119Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Dungeness Bird Observatory Trust is a registered charity (number 268125) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £44,051 (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 Dungeness Bird Observatory Trust?

Registered charity number

268125

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Tunbridge Wells

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£44,051

Website

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

## What does Dungeness Bird Observatory Trust do?

The advancement of the education of the public by the recording and study of objects of ornithological, botanical, zoological or general scientific interest and the conservation of wildlife by the encouragement of the breeding of wild birds, animals and insects which are harmless and beautiful at Dungeness, Kent and the surrounding area of Romney Marsh.

## What causes is Dungeness Bird Observatory Trust registered for?

Education/trainingEnvironment/conservation/heritage

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dungeness Bird Observatory Trust yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dungeness Bird Observatory Trust 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)

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Dungeness Bird Observatory Trust a legitimate charity?

Yes. Dungeness Bird Observatory Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 268125) 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 Dungeness Bird Observatory Trust's charity number?

Dungeness Bird Observatory Trust's charity number is 268125. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 268125?

Search 268125 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 Dungeness Bird Observatory Trust do?

The advancement of the education of the public by the recording and study of objects of ornithological, botanical, zoological or general scientific interest and the conservation of wildlife by the encouragement of the breeding of wild birds, animals and insects which are harmless and beautiful at Dungeness, Kent and the surrounding area of Romney Marsh.

Does Dungeness Bird Observatory Trust have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dungeness Bird Observatory Trust. 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 Dungeness Bird Observatory Trust?

Dungeness Bird Observatory Trust's website is http://www.dungenessbirdobs.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/268125).