--- title: "Oxford Ornithological Society — check charity number 295502 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Oxford Ornithological Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 295502. Education/training charity based in Kidlington. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/oxford-ornithological-society retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:57:47.443Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Oxford Ornithological Society is a registered charity (number 295502) 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 £5,494 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Oxford Ornithological Society? Registered charity number 295502 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Kidlington Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £5,494 Website [www.oos.org.uk](http://www.oos.org.uk/) ## What does Oxford Ornithological Society do? education/trainingsport/recreationanimalsenvironment/conservation/heritageother groupsthe general public/mankindprovides human resources (eg staff/volunteers)provides advocacy/advice/informationsponsors or undertakes research ## What causes is Oxford Ornithological Society registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Oxford Ornithological Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Oxford 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=oxford-ornithological-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.oos.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Oxford Ornithological Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Oxford Ornithological Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 295502) 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 Oxford Ornithological Society's charity number? Oxford Ornithological Society's charity number is 295502. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 295502? Search 295502 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 Oxford Ornithological Society do? education/trainingsport/recreationanimalsenvironment/conservation/heritageother groupsthe general public/mankindprovides human resources (eg staff/volunteers)provides advocacy/advice/informationsponsors or undertakes research Does Oxford Ornithological Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Oxford 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 Oxford Ornithological Society? Oxford Ornithological Society's website is http://www.oos.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/295502).