--- title: "Society of Bookbinders — check charity number 1204089 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Society of Bookbinders a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1204089. Education/training charity based in 18-20 St. John Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/society-of-bookbinders retrieved: 2026-08-24T22:23:42.225Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Society of Bookbinders is a registered charity (number 1204089) 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 £98,896 (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 Society of Bookbinders? Registered charity number 1204089 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 18-20 St. John Street Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £98,896 Website [www.societyofbookbinders.com](http://www.societyofbookbinders.com/) ## What does Society of Bookbinders do? To provide education in craft Bookbinding to its members and the public through a series of workshops, events and publications. These include regional and national workshops, an annual Seminar or conference, competitions and exhibitions, educational films and pamphlets, newsletter and a journal. ## What causes is Society of Bookbinders registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Society of Bookbinders yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Society of Bookbinders 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=society-of-bookbinders&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.societyofbookbinders.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Society of Bookbinders a legitimate charity? Yes. Society of Bookbinders is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1204089) 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 Society of Bookbinders's charity number? Society of Bookbinders's charity number is 1204089. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1204089? Search 1204089 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 Society of Bookbinders do? To provide education in craft Bookbinding to its members and the public through a series of workshops, events and publications. These include regional and national workshops, an annual Seminar or conference, competitions and exhibitions, educational films and pamphlets, newsletter and a journal. Does Society of Bookbinders have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Society of Bookbinders. 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 Society of Bookbinders? Society of Bookbinders's website is http://www.societyofbookbinders.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/1204089).