--- title: "The Herschel Astronomical Society — check charity number 290052 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Herschel Astronomical Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 290052. Education/training charity based in Taplow. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-herschel-astronomical-society retrieved: 2026-08-26T07:57:22.589Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Herschel Astronomical Society is a registered charity (number 290052) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. Its latest reported income was £127 (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 Herschel Astronomical Society? Registered charity number 290052 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Taplow Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £127 Website [www.herschel-astrosoc.co.uk](http://www.herschel-astrosoc.co.uk/) ## What does The Herschel Astronomical Society do? Promotion of the study of Astronomy. Talks and events for society members. Open evenings for the public, school and community groups, etc. Visits to schools, etc to give information and guidance on observation equipment and its use. ## What causes is The Herschel Astronomical Society registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Herschel Astronomical Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Herschel Astronomical 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-herschel-astronomical-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.herschel-astrosoc.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Herschel Astronomical Society a legitimate charity? Yes. The Herschel Astronomical Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 290052) 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 Herschel Astronomical Society's charity number? The Herschel Astronomical Society's charity number is 290052. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 290052? Search 290052 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 Herschel Astronomical Society do? Promotion of the study of Astronomy. Talks and events for society members. Open evenings for the public, school and community groups, etc. Visits to schools, etc to give information and guidance on observation equipment and its use. Does The Herschel Astronomical Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Herschel Astronomical 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 Herschel Astronomical Society? The Herschel Astronomical Society's website is http://www.herschel-astrosoc.co.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/290052).