--- title: "Newton Abbot and District Society of Arts — check charity number 281858 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Newton Abbot and District Society of Arts a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 281858. Education/training charity based in Old Exeter Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/newton-abbot-and-district-society-of-arts retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:57:50.467Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Newton Abbot and District Society of Arts is a registered charity (number 281858) 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 £23,154 (year ending 2025-04-30). 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 Newton Abbot and District Society of Arts? Registered charity number 281858 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Old Exeter Road Latest income (year ending 2025-04-30) £23,154 Website [www.nadsa.co.uk](http://www.nadsa.co.uk/) ## What does Newton Abbot and District Society of Arts do? The aims of the society are primarily realised by promoting professional concerts of music. During the year we promoted several such concerts. A programme of events for the next year has been arranged and the brochure giving details of these activities and of the society generally is readily available to the public. ## What causes is Newton Abbot and District Society of Arts registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Newton Abbot and District Society of Arts yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Newton Abbot and District Society of Arts 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=newton-abbot-and-district-society-of-arts&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.nadsa.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Newton Abbot and District Society of Arts a legitimate charity? Yes. Newton Abbot and District Society of Arts is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 281858) 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 Newton Abbot and District Society of Arts's charity number? Newton Abbot and District Society of Arts's charity number is 281858. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 281858? Search 281858 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 Newton Abbot and District Society of Arts do? The aims of the society are primarily realised by promoting professional concerts of music. During the year we promoted several such concerts. A programme of events for the next year has been arranged and the brochure giving details of these activities and of the society generally is readily available to the public. Does Newton Abbot and District Society of Arts have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Newton Abbot and District Society of Arts. 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 Newton Abbot and District Society of Arts? Newton Abbot and District Society of Arts's website is http://www.nadsa.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/281858).