--- title: "The Formby Civic Society — check charity number 516789 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Formby Civic Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 516789. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Formby. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-formby-civic-society retrieved: 2026-08-25T15:22:35.758Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Formby Civic Society is a registered charity (number 516789) 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 £8,738 (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 Formby Civic Society? Registered charity number 516789 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Formby Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £8,738 Website [www.formbycivicsociety.org.uk](http://www.formbycivicsociety.org.uk/) ## What does The Formby Civic Society do? The Formby Civic Society was founded in 1953 to preserve the identity of Formby, safeguard its amenities, develop its cultural activities and encourage local studies. It is active in local civic affairs and planning issues. We have a regular programme of meetings & events. ## What causes is The Formby Civic Society registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Formby Civic Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Formby Civic 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-formby-civic-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.formbycivicsociety.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Formby Civic Society a legitimate charity? Yes. The Formby Civic Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 516789) 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 Formby Civic Society's charity number? The Formby Civic Society's charity number is 516789. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 516789? Search 516789 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 Formby Civic Society do? The Formby Civic Society was founded in 1953 to preserve the identity of Formby, safeguard its amenities, develop its cultural activities and encourage local studies. It is active in local civic affairs and planning issues. We have a regular programme of meetings & events. Does The Formby Civic Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Formby Civic 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 Formby Civic Society? The Formby Civic Society's website is http://www.formbycivicsociety.org.uk — 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/516789).