--- title: "Staffordshire Archaeological and Historical Society — check charity number 500586 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Staffordshire Archaeological and Historical Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 500586. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Norton Canes. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/staffordshire-archaeological-and-historical-society retrieved: 2026-08-25T21:09:11.458Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Staffordshire Archaeological and Historical Society is a registered charity (number 500586) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: arts/culture/heritage/science; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £6,696 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Staffordshire Archaeological and Historical Society? Registered charity number 500586 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Norton Canes Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £6,696 Website [www.sahs.uk.net](https://www.sahs.uk.net/) ## What does Staffordshire Archaeological and Historical Society do? Study, investigation, description and preservation of antiquities and historical/archaeological records and heritage, in particular in Staffordshire, and wider, for the education, interest and benefit of the public. By encouraging research, fieldwork, excavation and promoting preservation, and publishing the results. Also arranging meetings, lectures, excursions and visits. ## What causes is Staffordshire Archaeological and Historical Society registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Staffordshire Archaeological and Historical Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Staffordshire Archaeological and 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=staffordshire-archaeological-and-historical-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.sahs.uk.net/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Staffordshire Archaeological and Historical Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Staffordshire Archaeological and Historical Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 500586) 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 Staffordshire Archaeological and Historical Society's charity number? Staffordshire Archaeological and Historical Society's charity number is 500586. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 500586? Search 500586 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 Staffordshire Archaeological and Historical Society do? Study, investigation, description and preservation of antiquities and historical/archaeological records and heritage, in particular in Staffordshire, and wider, for the education, interest and benefit of the public. By encouraging research, fieldwork, excavation and promoting preservation, and publishing the results. Also arranging meetings, lectures, excursions and visits. Does Staffordshire Archaeological and Historical Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Staffordshire Archaeological and 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 Staffordshire Archaeological and Historical Society? Staffordshire Archaeological and Historical Society's website is https://www.sahs.uk.net — 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/500586).