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title: "Ilminster History Society — check charity number 1196283 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Ilminster History Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1196283. Education/training charity based in Ilminster. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ilminster-history-society
retrieved: 2026-08-23T02:16:34.377Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Ilminster History Society is a registered charity (number 1196283) 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. Its latest reported income was £4,090 (year ending 2025-04-05). 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 Ilminster History Society?

Registered charity number

1196283

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Ilminster

Latest income (year ending 2025-04-05)

£4,090

Website

[www.ilminsterhistory.co.uk](http://www.ilminsterhistory.co.uk/)

## What does Ilminster History Society do?

Research and present information about the history of the town of Ilminster, through public talks and presentations as well as in the society's website and social media.

## What causes is Ilminster History Society registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ilminster History Society yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ilminster History 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)

## Is this your charity?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Ilminster History Society a legitimate charity?

Yes. Ilminster History Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1196283) 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 Ilminster History Society's charity number?

Ilminster History Society's charity number is 1196283. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1196283?

Search 1196283 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 Ilminster History Society do?

Research and present information about the history of the town of Ilminster, through public talks and presentations as well as in the society's website and social media.

Does Ilminster History Society have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ilminster History 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 Ilminster History Society?

Ilminster History Society's website is http://www.ilminsterhistory.co.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/1196283).