--- title: "Federation of Old Cornwall Societies — check charity number 247283 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Federation of Old Cornwall Societies a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 247283. Education/training charity based in Portscatho. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/federation-of-old-cornwall-societies retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:07:47.212Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Federation of Old Cornwall Societies is a registered charity (number 247283) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £18,455 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Federation of Old Cornwall Societies? Registered charity number 247283 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Portscatho Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £18,455 Website [kernowgoth.org](https://kernowgoth.org/) ## What does Federation of Old Cornwall Societies do? Aims to "gather up the fragments that remain", i.e. to record the remnants of Cornwall's past culture and heritage, preserve them where appropriate, revive and continue customs and traditions, educate regarding them via talks, publications, etc. ## What causes is Federation of Old Cornwall Societies registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Federation of Old Cornwall Societies yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Federation of Old Cornwall Societies 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=federation-of-old-cornwall-societies&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://kernowgoth.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Federation of Old Cornwall Societies a legitimate charity? Yes. Federation of Old Cornwall Societies is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 247283) 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 Federation of Old Cornwall Societies's charity number? Federation of Old Cornwall Societies's charity number is 247283. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 247283? Search 247283 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 Federation of Old Cornwall Societies do? Aims to "gather up the fragments that remain", i.e. to record the remnants of Cornwall's past culture and heritage, preserve them where appropriate, revive and continue customs and traditions, educate regarding them via talks, publications, etc. Does Federation of Old Cornwall Societies have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Federation of Old Cornwall Societies. 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 Federation of Old Cornwall Societies? Federation of Old Cornwall Societies's website is https://kernowgoth.org/ — 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/247283).