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Registered charity · No. 1106012Bessacarr

Sheffield Astronomical Society

Sheffield Astronomical Society is a registered charity in England & Wales working in education/training, based in Bessacarr.

Quick answer

Sheffield Astronomical Society is a registered charity (number 1106012) 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 £1,793 (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 Sheffield Astronomical Society?

Registered charity number
1106012
Status
Registered (active)
Charity type
Other
Location
Bessacarr
Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)
£1,793

What does Sheffield Astronomical Society do?

The society's function is to bring astronomy education to the general public and provide a regular meeting place for those interested in astronomy and space sciences. Alongside our monthly meetings, our outreach work includes dedicated observing events and talks to schools, youth groups, adult groups and other external groups. All ages and abilities are welcome.

What causes is Sheffield Astronomical Society registered for?

Education/training

Why is there no Clarity Score for Sheffield Astronomical Society yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Sheffield 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Sheffield Astronomical Society a legitimate charity?
Yes. Sheffield Astronomical Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1106012) 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 Sheffield Astronomical Society's charity number?
Sheffield Astronomical Society's charity number is 1106012. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 1106012?
Search 1106012 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 Sheffield Astronomical Society do?
The society's function is to bring astronomy education to the general public and provide a regular meeting place for those interested in astronomy and space sciences. Alongside our monthly meetings, our outreach work includes dedicated observing events and talks to schools, youth groups, adult groups and other external groups. All ages and abilities are welcome.
Does Sheffield Astronomical Society have reviews and complaints?
CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Sheffield 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 Sheffield Astronomical Society?
Sheffield Astronomical Society's website is http://www.sheffieldastro.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. Always verify current details on the official register entry.