--- title: "West Sussex Archives Society — check charity number 266997 | CharityCompare" description: "Is West Sussex Archives Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 266997. Education/training charity based in West Sussex Record Office. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/west-sussex-archives-society retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:43:29.795Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer West Sussex Archives Society is a registered charity (number 266997) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £7,434 (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 West Sussex Archives Society? Registered charity number 266997 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location West Sussex Record Office Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £7,434 Website [wsas.co.uk](http://wsas.co.uk/) ## What does West Sussex Archives Society do? To promote the work of West Sussex Record Office and help buy documents for it. To encourage research into the local history of West Sussex and original documents. To hold meeting for the membership per year, including the AGM. To publish four Newsletter and a Journal annually. ## What causes is West Sussex Archives Society registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for West Sussex Archives Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. West Sussex Archives 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=west-sussex-archives-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://wsas.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is West Sussex Archives Society a legitimate charity? Yes. West Sussex Archives Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 266997) 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 West Sussex Archives Society's charity number? West Sussex Archives Society's charity number is 266997. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 266997? Search 266997 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 West Sussex Archives Society do? To promote the work of West Sussex Record Office and help buy documents for it. To encourage research into the local history of West Sussex and original documents. To hold meeting for the membership per year, including the AGM. To publish four Newsletter and a Journal annually. Does West Sussex Archives Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for West Sussex Archives 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 West Sussex Archives Society? West Sussex Archives Society's website is http://wsas.co.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/266997).