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title: "The Armagh Observatory and Planetarium — check charity number NIC103948 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is The Armagh Observatory and Planetarium a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC103948. The advancement of education charity based in Armagh. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-armagh-observatory-and-planetarium
retrieved: 2026-08-23T19:00:24.086Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

The Armagh Observatory and Planetarium is a registered charity (number NIC103948) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the advancement of the arts; culture. Its latest reported income was £3,546,337 (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 The Armagh Observatory and Planetarium?

Registered charity number

NIC103948

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Armagh

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£3,546,337

Website

[www.armagh.space](http://www.armagh.space/)

## What does The Armagh Observatory and Planetarium do?

The Governors shall, for the purpose of developing and improving the knowledge, appreciation and practice of astronomy and related sciences, maintain and manage the Armagh Observatory and Planetarium and may take such other action as the Governors may think proper for the purpose of acquiring or disseminating knowledge relating to astronomy and related sciences

## What causes is The Armagh Observatory and Planetarium registered for?

The advancement of educationThe advancement of the artsculture

## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Armagh Observatory and Planetarium yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Armagh Observatory and Planetarium 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is The Armagh Observatory and Planetarium a legitimate charity?

Yes. The Armagh Observatory and Planetarium is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC103948) regulated by the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating.

What is The Armagh Observatory and Planetarium's charity number?

The Armagh Observatory and Planetarium's charity number is NIC103948. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number NIC103948?

Search NIC103948 on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.

What does The Armagh Observatory and Planetarium do?

The Governors shall, for the purpose of developing and improving the knowledge, appreciation and practice of astronomy and related sciences, maintain and manage the Armagh Observatory and Planetarium and may take such other action as the Governors may think proper for the purpose of acquiring or disseminating knowledge relating to astronomy and related sciences

Does The Armagh Observatory and Planetarium have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Armagh Observatory and Planetarium. 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 Northern Ireland (CCNI) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.

How can I donate to The Armagh Observatory and Planetarium?

The Armagh Observatory and Planetarium's website is http://www.armagh.space — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.

Source: Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register extract dated 2026-08-12,
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://www.charitycommissionni.org.uk/charity-search/charity-details-page/?regId=103948&subId=0).