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title: "National Forum for Biological Recording — check charity number 1152948 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is National Forum for Biological Recording a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1152948. Education/training charity based in Hassacarr Close. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/national-forum-for-biological-recording
retrieved: 2026-08-23T04:34:36.328Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

National Forum for Biological Recording is a registered charity (number 1152948) 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; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £991 (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 National Forum for Biological Recording?

Registered charity number

1152948

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Hassacarr Close

Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31)

£991

Website

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

## What does National Forum for Biological Recording do?

NFBR promotes biological recording in the UK and also promotes its importance for the wellbeing of the UK's biodiversity and the people who live and work in the UK.To serve these aims NFBR organises conferences and other meetings to bring together recorders and the users of biological records, to share information and ideas, exchange best practice and agree priorities for the future.

## What causes is National Forum for Biological Recording registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage

## Why is there no Clarity Score for National Forum for Biological Recording yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. National Forum for Biological Recording 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 National Forum for Biological Recording a legitimate charity?

Yes. National Forum for Biological Recording is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1152948) 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 National Forum for Biological Recording's charity number?

National Forum for Biological Recording's charity number is 1152948. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1152948?

Search 1152948 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 National Forum for Biological Recording do?

NFBR promotes biological recording in the UK and also promotes its importance for the wellbeing of the UK's biodiversity and the people who live and work in the UK.To serve these aims NFBR organises conferences and other meetings to bring together recorders and the users of biological records, to share information and ideas, exchange best practice and agree priorities for the future.

Does National Forum for Biological Recording have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for National Forum for Biological Recording. 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 National Forum for Biological Recording?

National Forum for Biological Recording's website is http://www.nfbr.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/1152948).