--- title: "Pontefract Civic Society — check charity number 513509 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Pontefract Civic Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 513509. Education/training charity based in Pontefract. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/pontefract-civic-society retrieved: 2026-08-24T11:11:01.441Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Pontefract Civic Society is a registered charity (number 513509) 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 £27,953 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Pontefract Civic Society? Registered charity number 513509 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Pontefract Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £27,953 Website [www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk](http://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/) ## What does Pontefract Civic Society do? A non-political independent organisation monitoring planning, land use, regeneration, tourism, civic pride, heritage, and business, raising awareness to the people of Pontefract and district. Raising the profile of Pontefract as a place to live, work, do business and visit, by protecting and enhancing the environment. ## What causes is Pontefract Civic Society registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Pontefract Civic Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Pontefract Civic 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=pontefract-civic-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.pontefractcivicsociety.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Pontefract Civic Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Pontefract Civic Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 513509) 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 Pontefract Civic Society's charity number? Pontefract Civic Society's charity number is 513509. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 513509? Search 513509 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 Pontefract Civic Society do? A non-political independent organisation monitoring planning, land use, regeneration, tourism, civic pride, heritage, and business, raising awareness to the people of Pontefract and district. Raising the profile of Pontefract as a place to live, work, do business and visit, by protecting and enhancing the environment. Does Pontefract Civic Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Pontefract Civic 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 Pontefract Civic Society? Pontefract Civic Society's website is http://www.pontefractcivicsociety.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/513509).