--- title: "Wells Civic Society — check charity number 208574 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Wells Civic Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 208574. Environment/conservation/heritage charity based in Wells. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/wells-civic-society retrieved: 2026-08-23T07:58:15.536Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Wells Civic Society is a registered charity (number 208574) 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 £3,453 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Wells Civic Society? Registered charity number 208574 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Wells Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £3,453 Website [www.wellscivicsociety.org.uk](http://www.wellscivicsociety.org.uk/) ## What does Wells Civic Society do? Promote high standards of planning and architecture in or around the City of Wells. Promote civic pride. Hold meetings and lectures. ## What causes is Wells Civic Society registered for? Environment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Wells Civic Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Wells Civic 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=wells-civic-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.wellscivicsociety.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Wells Civic Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Wells Civic Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 208574) 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 Wells Civic Society's charity number? Wells Civic Society's charity number is 208574. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 208574? Search 208574 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 Wells Civic Society do? Promote high standards of planning and architecture in or around the City of Wells. Promote civic pride. Hold meetings and lectures. Does Wells Civic Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Wells Civic 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 Wells Civic Society? Wells Civic Society's website is http://www.wellscivicsociety.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/208574).