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title: "Hitchin Historical Society — check charity number 280746 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Hitchin Historical Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 280746. Environment/conservation/heritage charity based in Hitchin. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/hitchin-historical-society
retrieved: 2026-08-24T16:03:14.063Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Hitchin Historical Society is a registered charity (number 280746) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £4,453 (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 Hitchin Historical Society?

Registered charity number

280746

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Hitchin

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£4,453

Website

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

## What does Hitchin Historical Society do?

i) to inform the public of the history of Hitchin and the surrounding district;ii) to undertake research into the origins and development of buildings, people, organisations, crafts, trades, and other aspects of historical interest;iii) to publish the results of such research;iv) to inform members and others of matters likely to impact the historic character of the town.

## What causes is Hitchin Historical Society registered for?

Environment/conservation/heritage

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Hitchin Historical Society yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Hitchin Historical 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)

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Hitchin Historical Society a legitimate charity?

Yes. Hitchin Historical Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 280746) 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 Hitchin Historical Society's charity number?

Hitchin Historical Society's charity number is 280746. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 280746?

Search 280746 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 Hitchin Historical Society do?

i) to inform the public of the history of Hitchin and the surrounding district;ii) to undertake research into the origins and development of buildings, people, organisations, crafts, trades, and other aspects of historical interest;iii) to publish the results of such research;iv) to inform members and others of matters likely to impact the historic character of the town.

Does Hitchin Historical Society have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Hitchin Historical 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 Hitchin Historical Society?

Hitchin Historical Society's website is http://www.hitchinhistoricals.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/280746).