--- title: "The Hampshire Genealogical Society — check charity number 284744 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Hampshire Genealogical Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 284744. Education/training charity based in Sussex Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-hampshire-genealogical-society retrieved: 2026-08-26T04:41:36.132Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Hampshire Genealogical Society is a registered charity (number 284744) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £37,878 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Hampshire Genealogical Society? Registered charity number 284744 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Sussex Street Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £37,878 Website [www.hgs-familyhistory.com](http://www.hgs-familyhistory.com/) ## What does The Hampshire Genealogical Society do? Promote the study of family history and provide information and education services to facilitate this study. ## What causes is The Hampshire Genealogical Society registered for? Education/trainingEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Hampshire Genealogical Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Hampshire Genealogical 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-hampshire-genealogical-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.hgs-familyhistory.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Hampshire Genealogical Society a legitimate charity? Yes. The Hampshire Genealogical Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 284744) 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 Hampshire Genealogical Society's charity number? The Hampshire Genealogical Society's charity number is 284744. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 284744? Search 284744 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 Hampshire Genealogical Society do? Promote the study of family history and provide information and education services to facilitate this study. Does The Hampshire Genealogical Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Hampshire Genealogical 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 Hampshire Genealogical Society? The Hampshire Genealogical Society's website is http://www.hgs-familyhistory.com — 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/284744).