--- title: "Ulster Place-Name Society — check charity number NIC103003 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ulster Place-Name Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC103003. The advancement of education charity based in Belfast. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ulster-place-name-society retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:30:07.568Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ulster Place-Name Society is a registered charity (number NIC103003) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the advancement of the arts; culture. Its latest reported income was £1,951 (year ending 2019-08-31). 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 Ulster Place-Name Society? Registered charity number NIC103003 Status Registered (active) Charity type Constitution Location Belfast Latest income (year ending 2019-08-31) £1,951 Website [www.ulsterplacename.org](http://www.ulsterplacename.org/) ## What does Ulster Place-Name Society do? The Society is established to advance education in Northern Ireland and its environs (hereinafter called the “area of benefit”) without distinction of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnic identity, political or religious opinion, and in particular: a) to promote the study of, appreciation of, knowledge of and awareness of place-names in the area of benefit and to publish a series of publications devoted to the field of name studies, including a journal and a bi-annual newsletter. b) to carry out research into place-names, promote and support the work of a surve… ## What causes is Ulster Place-Name Society registered for? The advancement of educationThe advancement of the artsculture ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ulster Place-Name Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ulster Place-Name 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=ulster-place-name-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ulsterplacename.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ulster Place-Name Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Ulster Place-Name Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC103003) regulated by the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Ulster Place-Name Society's charity number? Ulster Place-Name Society's charity number is NIC103003. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC103003? Search NIC103003 on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Ulster Place-Name Society do? The Society is established to advance education in Northern Ireland and its environs (hereinafter called the “area of benefit”) without distinction of age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, nationality, ethnic identity, political or religious opinion, and in particular: a) to promote the study of, appreciation of, knowledge of and awareness of place-names in the area of benefit and to publish a series of publications devoted to the field of name studies, including a journal and a bi-annual newsletter. b) to carry out research into place-names, promote and support the work of a surve… Does Ulster Place-Name Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ulster Place-Name 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 Northern Ireland (CCNI) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Ulster Place-Name Society? Ulster Place-Name Society's website is http://www.ulsterplacename.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register extract dated 2026-08-12, 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://www.charitycommissionni.org.uk/charity-search/charity-details-page/?regId=103003&subId=0).