--- title: "Purton Historical Society — check charity number 801295 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Purton Historical Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 801295. Education/training charity based in Purton. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/purton-historical-society retrieved: 2026-08-25T01:54:08.185Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Purton Historical Society is a registered charity (number 801295) 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 £3,982 (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 Purton Historical Society? Registered charity number 801295 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Purton Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £3,982 Website [www.purtonmuseumandhistoricalsociety.com](http://www.purtonmuseumandhistoricalsociety.com/) ## What does Purton Historical Society do? HOLDING MEETINGS AND ACTIVITIES OF INTEREST TO OUR MEMBERS, MAINTAINING A VILLAGE MUSEUM. HELPING MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WITH RESEARCH. ## What causes is Purton Historical Society registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Purton Historical Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Purton Historical 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=purton-historical-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.purtonmuseumandhistoricalsociety.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Purton Historical Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Purton Historical Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 801295) 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 Purton Historical Society's charity number? Purton Historical Society's charity number is 801295. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 801295? Search 801295 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 Purton Historical Society do? HOLDING MEETINGS AND ACTIVITIES OF INTEREST TO OUR MEMBERS, MAINTAINING A VILLAGE MUSEUM. HELPING MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WITH RESEARCH. Does Purton Historical Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Purton Historical 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 Purton Historical Society? Purton Historical Society's website is http://www.purtonmuseumandhistoricalsociety.com — 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/801295).