--- title: "Sussex Traditions — check charity number 1162408 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Sussex Traditions a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1162408. Education/training charity based in Byne Cottage. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/sussex-traditions retrieved: 2026-08-26T08:25:13.624Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Sussex Traditions is a registered charity (number 1162408) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £1,294 (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 Sussex Traditions? Registered charity number 1162408 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location Byne Cottage Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £1,294 Website [www.sussextraditions.org](http://www.sussextraditions.org/) ## What does Sussex Traditions do? The main activities in pursuit of the public benefit objects are:1. Collect, conserve and make accessible Sussex traditions - eg digitise & transcribe collections, build digital legacy platform2. Promote & support the understanding, enjoyment & continuation of Sussex traditions - eg carry out activities in partnership with educational, heritage & artistic organisations and individuals ## What causes is Sussex Traditions registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Sussex Traditions yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Sussex Traditions 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=sussex-traditions&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.sussextraditions.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Sussex Traditions a legitimate charity? Yes. Sussex Traditions is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1162408) 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 Sussex Traditions's charity number? Sussex Traditions's charity number is 1162408. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1162408? Search 1162408 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 Sussex Traditions do? The main activities in pursuit of the public benefit objects are:1. Collect, conserve and make accessible Sussex traditions - eg digitise & transcribe collections, build digital legacy platform2. Promote & support the understanding, enjoyment & continuation of Sussex traditions - eg carry out activities in partnership with educational, heritage & artistic organisations and individuals Does Sussex Traditions have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Sussex Traditions. 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 Sussex Traditions? Sussex Traditions's website is http://www.sussextraditions.org — 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/1162408).