The Orwell Society
The Orwell Society is a registered charity in England & Wales working in education/training, based in Pilsley.
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What are the key facts about The Orwell Society?
- Registered charity number
- 1159072
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- Other
- Location
- Pilsley
- Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)
- £18,282
- Website
- www.orwellsociety.com
What does The Orwell Society do?
Publication of original material on the Society's website and in a regular journal. Arranging educational events. Awarding prizes. Sponsoring prizes and original research into Orwell's life and works. Engaging the public through the media including social media and "George Talks" by zoom. Organising informational trips to places of special significance to Orwell.
What causes is The Orwell Society registered for?
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Frequently asked questions
- Is The Orwell Society a legitimate charity?
- Yes. The Orwell Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1159072) 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 Orwell Society's charity number?
- The Orwell Society's charity number is 1159072. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
- How do I check charity number 1159072?
- Search 1159072 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 Orwell Society do?
- Publication of original material on the Society's website and in a regular journal. Arranging educational events. Awarding prizes. Sponsoring prizes and original research into Orwell's life and works. Engaging the public through the media including social media and "George Talks" by zoom. Organising informational trips to places of special significance to Orwell.
- Does The Orwell Society have reviews and complaints?
- CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Orwell 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 Orwell Society?
- The Orwell Society's website is http://www.orwellsociety.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. Always verify current details on the official register entry.