--- title: "The Upper Itchen Valley Society — check charity number 261576 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Upper Itchen Valley Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 261576. Environment/conservation/heritage charity based in Easton Lane. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-upper-itchen-valley-society retrieved: 2026-08-28T12:46:32.891Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Upper Itchen Valley Society is a registered charity (number 261576) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £992 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Upper Itchen Valley Society? Registered charity number 261576 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Easton Lane Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £992 ## What does The Upper Itchen Valley Society do? The preservation and safeguarding what is good in the character of the Upper Itchen Valley. The protection of the area from actions which may be detrimental to the amenities and scenic beauty of its rural character.The discouragement of undesirable destruction and disturbance of wildlife.The encouragement of the preservation of historic buildings of special interest. ## What causes is The Upper Itchen Valley Society registered for? Environment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Upper Itchen Valley Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Upper Itchen Valley 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-upper-itchen-valley-society&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Upper Itchen Valley Society a legitimate charity? Yes. The Upper Itchen Valley Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 261576) 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 Upper Itchen Valley Society's charity number? The Upper Itchen Valley Society's charity number is 261576. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 261576? Search 261576 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 Upper Itchen Valley Society do? The preservation and safeguarding what is good in the character of the Upper Itchen Valley. The protection of the area from actions which may be detrimental to the amenities and scenic beauty of its rural character.The discouragement of undesirable destruction and disturbance of wildlife.The encouragement of the preservation of historic buildings of special interest. Does The Upper Itchen Valley Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Upper Itchen Valley 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 Upper Itchen Valley Society? The Upper Itchen Valley Society does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/261576).