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title: "Wessex Archaeology Limited — check charity number SC042630 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Wessex Archaeology Limited a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC042630. the advancement of education charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/wessex-archaeology-limited-2
retrieved: 2026-08-23T09:14:15.454Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Wessex Archaeology Limited is a registered charity (number SC042630) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £27,688,332 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Wessex Archaeology Limited?

Registered charity number

SC042630

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)

Location

Outwith Scotland

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£27,688,332

Website

[www.wessexarch.co.uk](http://www.wessexarch.co.uk/)

## What does Wessex Archaeology Limited do?

The objects for which the Charity is established (the “Objects”) are to promote: 4.1. the advancement of education. and 4.2. the advancement of the arts, culture, heritage or science.

## What causes is Wessex Archaeology Limited registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Wessex Archaeology Limited yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Wessex Archaeology Limited 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.
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[Visit charity website](http://www.wessexarch.co.uk/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is Wessex Archaeology Limited a legitimate charity?

Yes. Wessex Archaeology Limited is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC042630) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating.

What is Wessex Archaeology Limited's charity number?

Wessex Archaeology Limited's charity number is SC042630. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC042630?

Search SC042630 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers.

What does Wessex Archaeology Limited do?

The objects for which the Charity is established (the “Objects”) are to promote: 4.1. the advancement of education. and 4.2. the advancement of the arts, culture, heritage or science.

Does Wessex Archaeology Limited have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Wessex Archaeology Limited. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate.

How can I donate to Wessex Archaeology Limited?

Wessex Archaeology Limited's website is http://www.wessexarch.co.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07,
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.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC042630).