--- title: "Essex Society for Family History — check charity number 290552 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Essex Society for Family History a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 290552. Education/training charity based in Wharf Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/essex-society-for-family-history retrieved: 2026-08-24T05:17:27.569Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Essex Society for Family History is a registered charity (number 290552) 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 £28,794 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Essex Society for Family History? Registered charity number 290552 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Wharf Road Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £28,794 Website [www.esfh.org.uk](http://www.esfh.org.uk/) ## What does Essex Society for Family History do? Collection and transcription of original source material in the Essex Record Office, in Essex churches and churchyards, in Essex parish registers etc. Production of CDs of this material to widen access to these records.Monthly meetings and talks on local and family history at four venues across Essex.Attendance/promotion of Fairs / Open Days at Libraries and similar institutions. ## What causes is Essex Society for Family History registered for? Education/trainingEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Essex Society for Family History yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Essex Society for Family History 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=essex-society-for-family-history&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.esfh.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Essex Society for Family History a legitimate charity? Yes. Essex Society for Family History is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 290552) 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 Essex Society for Family History's charity number? Essex Society for Family History's charity number is 290552. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 290552? Search 290552 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 Essex Society for Family History do? Collection and transcription of original source material in the Essex Record Office, in Essex churches and churchyards, in Essex parish registers etc. Production of CDs of this material to widen access to these records.Monthly meetings and talks on local and family history at four venues across Essex.Attendance/promotion of Fairs / Open Days at Libraries and similar institutions. Does Essex Society for Family History have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Essex Society for Family History. 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 Essex Society for Family History? Essex Society for Family History's website is http://www.esfh.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/290552).