--- title: "The United Reformed Church History Society — check charity number 279213 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The United Reformed Church History Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 279213. Education/training charity based in Madingley Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-united-reformed-church-history-society retrieved: 2026-08-28T12:00:19.844Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The United Reformed Church History Society is a registered charity (number 279213) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; religious activities; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £12,047 (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 United Reformed Church History Society? Registered charity number 279213 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Madingley Road Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £12,047 Website [www.urchistory.org.uk](http://www.urchistory.org.uk/) ## What does The United Reformed Church History Society do? Provision of the Journal for members and others; holding annual meetings for study of the United Reformed Church and the traditions from which it comes; provision of an enquiry service for the public, both at home and abroad; care of archives for the Church and provision of library services; the making of grants to members of the public intending to publish relevant research. ## What causes is The United Reformed Church History Society registered for? Education/trainingReligious ActivitiesArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The United Reformed Church History Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The United Reformed Church History 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-united-reformed-church-history-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.urchistory.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The United Reformed Church History Society a legitimate charity? Yes. The United Reformed Church History Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 279213) 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 United Reformed Church History Society's charity number? The United Reformed Church History Society's charity number is 279213. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 279213? Search 279213 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 United Reformed Church History Society do? Provision of the Journal for members and others; holding annual meetings for study of the United Reformed Church and the traditions from which it comes; provision of an enquiry service for the public, both at home and abroad; care of archives for the Church and provision of library services; the making of grants to members of the public intending to publish relevant research. Does The United Reformed Church History Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The United Reformed Church History 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 United Reformed Church History Society? The United Reformed Church History Society's website is http://www.urchistory.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/279213).