--- title: "Leicestershire and Rutland Ornithological Society — check charity number 254645 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Leicestershire and Rutland Ornithological Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 254645. Animals charity based in Birstall. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/leicestershire-and-rutland-ornithological-society retrieved: 2026-08-23T13:46:05.904Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Leicestershire and Rutland Ornithological Society is a registered charity (number 254645) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: animals; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £33,209 (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 Leicestershire and Rutland Ornithological Society? Registered charity number 254645 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Birstall Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £33,209 Website [www.lros.org.uk](http://www.lros.org.uk/) ## What does Leicestershire and Rutland Ornithological Society do? To further the science of ornithology and the study of wild birds, especially in Leicestershire, Leicester City & Rutland; to promote the protection of wild birds and their conservation; to provide facilities for persons interested in ornithology; to meet and exchange ideas and information and to catalogue and document public information gained in the study of birds. ## What causes is Leicestershire and Rutland Ornithological Society registered for? AnimalsEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Leicestershire and Rutland Ornithological Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Leicestershire and Rutland Ornithological 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? 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=leicestershire-and-rutland-ornithological-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.lros.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Leicestershire and Rutland Ornithological Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Leicestershire and Rutland Ornithological Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 254645) 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 Leicestershire and Rutland Ornithological Society's charity number? Leicestershire and Rutland Ornithological Society's charity number is 254645. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 254645? Search 254645 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 Leicestershire and Rutland Ornithological Society do? To further the science of ornithology and the study of wild birds, especially in Leicestershire, Leicester City & Rutland; to promote the protection of wild birds and their conservation; to provide facilities for persons interested in ornithology; to meet and exchange ideas and information and to catalogue and document public information gained in the study of birds. Does Leicestershire and Rutland Ornithological Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Leicestershire and Rutland Ornithological 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 Leicestershire and Rutland Ornithological Society? Leicestershire and Rutland Ornithological Society's website is http://www.lros.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/254645).