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title: "Hertfordshire Steam Engine Preservation Society — check charity number 803304 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Hertfordshire Steam Engine Preservation Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 803304. Education/training charity based in Luton. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/hertfordshire-steam-engine-preservation-society
retrieved: 2026-08-24T00:14:16.902Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Hertfordshire Steam Engine Preservation Society is a registered charity (number 803304) 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 £805 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Hertfordshire Steam Engine Preservation Society?

Registered charity number

803304

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Luton

Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30)

£805

Website

[www.hertssteam.org](http://www.hertssteam.org/)

## What does Hertfordshire Steam Engine Preservation Society do?

The Society actively supports the steam traction engine preservation movement by encouraging interest in their restoration, operation, and by providing advice to owners, drivers and similar preservation groups in addition to the general public. Monthly club evenings when informative and educational talks and presentations are given.

## What causes is Hertfordshire Steam Engine Preservation Society registered for?

Education/trainingEnvironment/conservation/heritage

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Hertfordshire Steam Engine Preservation Society yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Hertfordshire Steam Engine Preservation 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.
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## Frequently asked questions

Is Hertfordshire Steam Engine Preservation Society a legitimate charity?

Yes. Hertfordshire Steam Engine Preservation Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 803304) 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 Hertfordshire Steam Engine Preservation Society's charity number?

Hertfordshire Steam Engine Preservation Society's charity number is 803304. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 803304?

Search 803304 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 Hertfordshire Steam Engine Preservation Society do?

The Society actively supports the steam traction engine preservation movement by encouraging interest in their restoration, operation, and by providing advice to owners, drivers and similar preservation groups in addition to the general public. Monthly club evenings when informative and educational talks and presentations are given.

Does Hertfordshire Steam Engine Preservation Society have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Hertfordshire Steam Engine Preservation 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 Hertfordshire Steam Engine Preservation Society?

Hertfordshire Steam Engine Preservation Society's website is http://www.hertssteam.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/803304).