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title: "Nottingham Astronomical Society — check charity number 1174745 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Nottingham Astronomical Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1174745. Education/training charity based in West Bridgford. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/nottingham-astronomical-society
retrieved: 2026-08-24T09:56:12.075Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Nottingham Astronomical Society is a registered charity (number 1174745) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. Its latest reported income was £7,329 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Nottingham Astronomical Society?

Registered charity number

1174745

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

West Bridgford

Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30)

£7,329

Website

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

## What does Nottingham Astronomical Society do?

The Nottingham Astronomical Society provides venues for its members to attend lectures, undertake practical activities and work with the public on a range of outreach activities.

## What causes is Nottingham Astronomical Society registered for?

Education/training

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Nottingham Astronomical Society yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Nottingham Astronomical 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 Nottingham Astronomical Society a legitimate charity?

Yes. Nottingham Astronomical Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1174745) 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 Nottingham Astronomical Society's charity number?

Nottingham Astronomical Society's charity number is 1174745. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1174745?

Search 1174745 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 Nottingham Astronomical Society do?

The Nottingham Astronomical Society provides venues for its members to attend lectures, undertake practical activities and work with the public on a range of outreach activities.

Does Nottingham Astronomical Society have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Nottingham Astronomical 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 Nottingham Astronomical Society?

Nottingham Astronomical Society's website is http://www.nottinghamastro.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/1174745).