--- title: "The Axe Vale and District Conservation Society — check charity number 266682 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Axe Vale and District Conservation Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 266682. Animals charity based in Shute Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-axe-vale-and-district-conservation-society retrieved: 2026-08-23T21:01:29.615Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Axe Vale and District Conservation Society is a registered charity (number 266682) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: animals; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £19,689 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Axe Vale and District Conservation Society? Registered charity number 266682 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Shute Road Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £19,689 Website [www.avdcs.org](http://www.avdcs.org/) ## What does The Axe Vale and District Conservation Society do? Maintain and improve the environment of the axe, yarty and lim catchments, specifically the landscape, wildlife and buildings, in a sustainable manner. To provide volunteers to undertake practical tasks. To monitor planning and development proposals in the area and to respond appropriately. ## What causes is The Axe Vale and District Conservation Society registered for? AnimalsEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Axe Vale and District Conservation Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Axe Vale and District Conservation 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=the-axe-vale-and-district-conservation-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.avdcs.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Axe Vale and District Conservation Society a legitimate charity? Yes. The Axe Vale and District Conservation Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 266682) 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 The Axe Vale and District Conservation Society's charity number? The Axe Vale and District Conservation Society's charity number is 266682. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 266682? Search 266682 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 The Axe Vale and District Conservation Society do? Maintain and improve the environment of the axe, yarty and lim catchments, specifically the landscape, wildlife and buildings, in a sustainable manner. To provide volunteers to undertake practical tasks. To monitor planning and development proposals in the area and to respond appropriately. Does The Axe Vale and District Conservation Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Axe Vale and District Conservation 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 The Axe Vale and District Conservation Society? The Axe Vale and District Conservation Society's website is http://www.avdcs.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/266682).