--- title: "The National Sweet Pea Society — check charity number 226802 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The National Sweet Pea Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 226802. Education/training charity based in Chorley. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-national-sweet-pea-society retrieved: 2026-08-27T02:20:55.265Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The National Sweet Pea Society is a registered charity (number 226802) 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 £28,481 (year ending 2025-10-31). 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 National Sweet Pea Society? Registered charity number 226802 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Chorley Latest income (year ending 2025-10-31) £28,481 Website [www.sweetpeas.org.uk](http://www.sweetpeas.org.uk/) ## What does The National Sweet Pea Society do? The objects of the society are to disseminate knowledge of sweet peas and other lathyrus species for the public benefit, to encourage, improve and extend the cultivation of these species by means of scientific trials, the holding of exhibitions and displays, by publications and other activities. ## What causes is The National Sweet Pea Society registered for? Education/trainingEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The National Sweet Pea Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The National Sweet Pea 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-national-sweet-pea-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.sweetpeas.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The National Sweet Pea Society a legitimate charity? Yes. The National Sweet Pea Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 226802) 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 National Sweet Pea Society's charity number? The National Sweet Pea Society's charity number is 226802. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 226802? Search 226802 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 National Sweet Pea Society do? The objects of the society are to disseminate knowledge of sweet peas and other lathyrus species for the public benefit, to encourage, improve and extend the cultivation of these species by means of scientific trials, the holding of exhibitions and displays, by publications and other activities. Does The National Sweet Pea Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The National Sweet Pea 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 National Sweet Pea Society? The National Sweet Pea Society's website is http://www.sweetpeas.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/226802).