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title: "Woking History Society — check charity number 801665 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Woking History Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 801665. Education/training charity based in Woking. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/woking-history-society
retrieved: 2026-08-24T16:03:08.414Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Woking History Society is a registered charity (number 801665) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £1,165 (year ending 2025-10-31). 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 Woking History Society?

Registered charity number

801665

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Woking

Latest income (year ending 2025-10-31)

£1,165

Website

[www.wokinghs.org.uk](http://www.wokinghs.org.uk/)

## What does Woking History Society do?

The primary objective of the Society as set out in our constitution is the educationof the public in the history of the Borough of Woking District and nearby parishes.This is attained mainly by organising talks and outings. We also undertake research into local topics.

## What causes is Woking History Society registered for?

Education/trainingEnvironment/conservation/heritage

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Woking History Society yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Woking History 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Woking History Society a legitimate charity?

Yes. Woking History Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 801665) 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 Woking History Society's charity number?

Woking History Society's charity number is 801665. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 801665?

Search 801665 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 Woking History Society do?

The primary objective of the Society as set out in our constitution is the educationof the public in the history of the Borough of Woking District and nearby parishes.This is attained mainly by organising talks and outings. We also undertake research into local topics.

Does Woking History Society have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Woking History 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 Woking History Society?

Woking History Society's website is http://www.wokinghs.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/801665).