--- title: "Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust — check charity number 1197743 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1197743. Education/training charity based in Guilford Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/sandwich-bay-bird-observatory-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T06:52:42.694Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust is a registered charity (number 1197743) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £166,599 (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 Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust? Registered charity number 1197743 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Guilford Road Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £166,599 Website [www.sbbot.org.uk](http://www.sbbot.org.uk/) ## What does Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust do? To promote for the benefit of the public the conservation, protection and improvement of the natural environment of Sandwich Bay, Kent and surrounding areas . The charity records, studies and researches wild birds and other fauna and flora; operates nature reserves; provides facilities and educational programmes and gives advice to local authorities and organisations on conservation related issues ## What causes is Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust registered for? Education/trainingEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust 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=sandwich-bay-bird-observatory-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.sbbot.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1197743) 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 Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust's charity number? Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust's charity number is 1197743. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1197743? Search 1197743 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 Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust do? To promote for the benefit of the public the conservation, protection and improvement of the natural environment of Sandwich Bay, Kent and surrounding areas . The charity records, studies and researches wild birds and other fauna and flora; operates nature reserves; provides facilities and educational programmes and gives advice to local authorities and organisations on conservation related issues Does Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust. 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 Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust? Sandwich Bay Bird Observatory Trust's website is http://www.sbbot.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/1197743).