---
title: "The Sussex Cattle Society (Formerly the Sussex Herd Book Society) — check charity number 238662 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is The Sussex Cattle Society (Formerly the Sussex Herd Book Society) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 238662. Animals charity based in Station Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-sussex-cattle-society-formerly-the-sussex-herd-book-society
retrieved: 2026-08-28T08:39:21.047Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

The Sussex Cattle Society (Formerly the Sussex Herd Book Society) is a registered charity (number 238662) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: animals; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £69,695 (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 Sussex Cattle Society (Formerly the Sussex Herd Book Society)?

Registered charity number

238662

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Charitable company

Location

Station Road

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£69,695

Website

[www.sussexcattlesociety.org.uk](http://www.sussexcattlesociety.org.uk/)

## What does The Sussex Cattle Society (Formerly the Sussex Herd Book Society) do?

Maintaining Herd Book of the Sussex Cattle BreedPromotion of the Sussex Cattle BreedAdvising on the Sussex Cattle Breed

## What causes is The Sussex Cattle Society (Formerly the Sussex Herd Book Society) registered for?

AnimalsEnvironment/conservation/heritage

## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Sussex Cattle Society (Formerly the Sussex Herd Book Society) yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Sussex Cattle Society (Formerly the Sussex Herd Book 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-sussex-cattle-society-formerly-the-sussex-herd-book-society&type=claim)
[Visit charity website](http://www.sussexcattlesociety.org.uk/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is The Sussex Cattle Society (Formerly the Sussex Herd Book Society) a legitimate charity?

Yes. The Sussex Cattle Society (Formerly the Sussex Herd Book Society) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 238662) 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 Sussex Cattle Society (Formerly the Sussex Herd Book Society)'s charity number?

The Sussex Cattle Society (Formerly the Sussex Herd Book Society)'s charity number is 238662. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 238662?

Search 238662 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 Sussex Cattle Society (Formerly the Sussex Herd Book Society) do?

Maintaining Herd Book of the Sussex Cattle BreedPromotion of the Sussex Cattle BreedAdvising on the Sussex Cattle Breed

Does The Sussex Cattle Society (Formerly the Sussex Herd Book Society) have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Sussex Cattle Society (Formerly the Sussex Herd Book 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 Sussex Cattle Society (Formerly the Sussex Herd Book Society)?

The Sussex Cattle Society (Formerly the Sussex Herd Book Society)'s website is http://www.sussexcattlesociety.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/238662).