--- title: "The Rowntree Society — check charity number 1105936 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Rowntree Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1105936. Education/training charity based in Nunthorpe Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-rowntree-society retrieved: 2026-08-28T01:09:47.238Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Rowntree Society is a registered charity (number 1105936) 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 £8,832 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Rowntree Society? Registered charity number 1105936 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Nunthorpe Road Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £8,832 Website [www.rowntreesociety.org.uk](http://www.rowntreesociety.org.uk/) ## What does The Rowntree Society do? The advancement of the education of the general public and inhabitants of and visitors to York in the contribution of the Rowntree Family and in particular Joseph & Seebohm Rowntree in their philanthropic work to York, the surrounding area and society in general by providing guided tours, publishing literature and by any other means which the Trustees think fit which are charitable at law. ## What causes is The Rowntree Society registered for? Education/trainingEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Rowntree Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Rowntree 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-rowntree-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.rowntreesociety.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Rowntree Society a legitimate charity? Yes. The Rowntree Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1105936) 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 Rowntree Society's charity number? The Rowntree Society's charity number is 1105936. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1105936? Search 1105936 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 Rowntree Society do? The advancement of the education of the general public and inhabitants of and visitors to York in the contribution of the Rowntree Family and in particular Joseph & Seebohm Rowntree in their philanthropic work to York, the surrounding area and society in general by providing guided tours, publishing literature and by any other means which the Trustees think fit which are charitable at law. Does The Rowntree Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Rowntree 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 Rowntree Society? The Rowntree Society's website is http://www.rowntreesociety.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/1105936).