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Registered charity · No. 271590Caterham

London Topographical Society

London Topographical Society is a registered charity in England & Wales working in arts/culture/heritage/science, environment/conservation/heritage, based in Caterham.

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London Topographical Society is a registered charity (number 271590) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: arts/culture/heritage/science; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £34,034 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 London Topographical Society?

Registered charity number
271590
Status
Registered (active)
Charity type
Other
Location
Caterham
Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31)
£34,034

What does London Topographical Society do?

The London Topographical Society concentrates exclusively on making available, to itsmembers and the general public, material illustrating the history, growth and topography ofLondon. Since its foundation in 1880, the Society has reproduced an unrivalled selection of historicmaps, plans and views of London. It also publishes books and monographs containing originalresearch.

What causes is London Topographical Society registered for?

Arts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage

Why is there no Clarity Score for London Topographical Society yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. London Topographical 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is London Topographical Society a legitimate charity?
Yes. London Topographical Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 271590) 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 London Topographical Society's charity number?
London Topographical Society's charity number is 271590. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 271590?
Search 271590 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 London Topographical Society do?
The London Topographical Society concentrates exclusively on making available, to itsmembers and the general public, material illustrating the history, growth and topography ofLondon. Since its foundation in 1880, the Society has reproduced an unrivalled selection of historicmaps, plans and views of London. It also publishes books and monographs containing originalresearch.
Does London Topographical Society have reviews and complaints?
CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for London Topographical 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 London Topographical Society?
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Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.