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title: "Salford Astronomical Society — check charity number 1197817 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Salford Astronomical Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1197817. Education/training charity based in Chaseley Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/salford-astronomical-society
retrieved: 2026-08-23T06:05:22.377Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Salford Astronomical Society is a registered charity (number 1197817) 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 £23,315 (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 Salford Astronomical Society?

Registered charity number

1197817

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Chaseley Road

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£23,315

Website

[salfordastro.org.uk](http://salfordastro.org.uk/)

## What does Salford Astronomical Society do?

Salford Astronomical Society is an open and inclusive society, respectful of the views and beliefs of others, with the aim to be a source of inspiration, knowledge and learning, and to provide a positive benefit for the local community. We strive to develop relationships with other organisations with similar interests and objectives, both locally and further afield.

## What causes is Salford Astronomical Society registered for?

Education/training

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

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

Yes. Salford Astronomical Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1197817) 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 Salford Astronomical Society's charity number?

Salford Astronomical Society's charity number is 1197817. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1197817?

Search 1197817 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 Salford Astronomical Society do?

Salford Astronomical Society is an open and inclusive society, respectful of the views and beliefs of others, with the aim to be a source of inspiration, knowledge and learning, and to provide a positive benefit for the local community. We strive to develop relationships with other organisations with similar interests and objectives, both locally and further afield.

Does Salford Astronomical Society have reviews and complaints?

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

Salford Astronomical Society's website is http://salfordastro.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/1197817).