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Heritage Charities That specialise in Archaeology

Discover 192 Heritage charities that specialise in archaeology. Use the search below to filter within these results.

192
Charities
£2,748,266,778
Total Income
£758,352
Avg Income
100.0%
Program Ratio

Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.

Cba Wales/cymru

Arts, Heritage

publication of journal - Archaeology in WalesTwo symposia - in March and Octoberstatutary consultee on listed buildings and SAM

Latest Income: £5,251
Areas of Operation: Wales
Status: Registered
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Yorkshire Architectural And York Archaeological Society (yayas)

Heritage

The society seeks to further knowledge regarding local architectural and archaeological heritage, by promoting relevant lectures and visits. In addition it provides advice and limited financial assistance for architectural conservation and archaeological exploration. Grants towards the publication of architectural and archaeological papers may be made.

Latest Income: £5,192
Areas of Operation: City Of York
Status: Registered
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Lower Test Valley Archaeological Study Group

Arts, Education, Heritage

25 Open meetings each year Distribution of a regular newsletter to members Twice weekly workshops for active research Occasional exhibitions and full day courses Guided walks in and around Romsey Assistance to school and educational projects Talks and slide shows to other groups Liaison and co-operation with local organisations Publication of LTVAS books and pamphlets.

Latest Income: £5,186
Areas of Operation: Hampshire
Status: Registered
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Colchester Archaeological Group

Arts, Heritage

Through lectures, study visits, publications, excavations and fieldwork to educate and promote a knowledge of and interest in archaeology, both generally and with particular reference to Colchester and district

Latest Income: £5,066
Areas of Operation: Essex
Status: Registered
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Great Yarmouth Local History And Archaeological Society

Arts, Heritage

To facilitate the study and exchange of local history and archaeology information in Great Yarmouth and district through meetings and publication of books.GYLH&AS provides information to the public, provides speakers for local meetings, works with local archaeological and other groups in the area. It interacts with local museums & runs a YAC in conjunction with the Time & Tide Museum.

Latest Income: £4,728
Areas of Operation: Norfolk
Status: Registered
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The Wyndham Trust (yeovil)

Beneficiary group, Heritage

THE OBJECT OF THE CHARITY SHALL BE TO PROMOTE THE EDUCATION OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG PERSONS WHO ARE RESIDENT AT YEOVIL AND THE NEIGHBOURHOOD THEREOF IN THE HISTORY, ARCHAEOLOGY AND ANTHROPOLOGY OF YEOVIL AND THE SOUTH AND WEST PARTS OF THE COUNTRY OF SOMERSET.

Latest Income: £4,544
Areas of Operation: Somerset
Status: Registered
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Monmouthshire Antiquarian Association

Beneficiary group, Heritage

Education/Training for Arts/Culture serving Children, young people, adults, older people and the public generally in respect of archaeological and historical information in the County of Gwent and the Borders.

Latest Income: £4,528
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Retford And District Historical And Archaeological Society

Arts, Heritage

Hold monthly lectures on subjects relating to local history. Arrange at least 2 evening outings and 1 day trip per annum. Produce publications on local history. Occasional open lecture with well known speaker.

Latest Income: £4,288
Areas of Operation: Nottinghamshire
Status: Registered
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Public Museum

Heritage

Provision of museum services for the Thetford area of Norfolk as part of the Norfolk Museums and Archaeology Service.

Latest Income: £4,222
Areas of Operation: Norfolk
Status: Registered
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Merseyside Archaeological Society

Arts, Heritage

Provides members of the public monthly lectures in winter, monthly day trips in summer plus an annual weekend away. Produces an occasional journal on regional archaeological developments. Organises community archaeology projects.

Latest Income: £4,213
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Trust For Thanet Archaeology

Heritage

Education, advice and information

Latest Income: £4,178
Areas of Operation: Kent
Status: Registered
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Wells Natural History And Archaeological Society

Heritage

Furthering interest in Natural History and Archaeology for Wells and the Mendip Hills

Latest Income: £4,131
Areas of Operation: Somerset
Status: Registered
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Cleveland And Teesside Local History Society

Beneficiary group, Heritage

The Society, which was formed in 1968, takes an active part in preserving our heritage. We promote various projects in local history and offer advice. We maintain links with local archives, libraries, museums and groups connected with archaeology, family history and industrial archaeology. Lectures and guided walks are held throughout the year.

Latest Income: £4,080
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Cba West Midlands

Education, Heritage

CBA West Midlands is one of the regional groups of the Council for British Archaeology (CBA). It publishes West Midlands Archaeology annually, reporting on archaeological work in the region, organises Day Schools, including the yearly News from the Past, makes small grants for publication, research and training, responds to planning consultations and liaises with other amenity bodies.

Latest Income: £3,985
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Egham-By-Runnymede Historical Society

Heritage

To promote the study of local history and archaeology in Egham and the surrounding district. To compile information on local history. To catalogue and research areas of archaeological sites. To publish information on archaeological sites and local history. To assist and support the administration of the Egham Museum. To take appropriate action towards conservation of historic buildings etc.

Latest Income: £3,801
Areas of Operation: Surrey
Status: Registered
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Basingstoke Archaeological And Historical Society

Arts, Heritage

Archaeological & Historical Society, research locally, excavations, publications

Latest Income: £3,729
Areas of Operation: Hampshire
Status: Registered
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Nene Valley Archaeological Trust

Heritage

Publication of Excavations carried out on the Trust's behalf, both for the academic and general public's interest and knowledge.

Latest Income: £3,409
Areas of Operation: Cambridgeshire
Status: Registered
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Avon Local History And Archaeology

Charity and VCS support, Education, Heritage

Acts as an umbrella group to support and facilitate contact between groups and individuals interested in local history and archaeology. Publishes a quarterly Newsletter, booklets and an annual list of speakers and leaders of walks; organises an annual local history study day; organises volunteers; offers schools prizes and small grants for local history research; liaises with local authorities

Latest Income: £3,329
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Solihull Archaeological Group

Heritage, Research

Promote the study of world wide archaeology, local history and the related arts and sciences in Solihull area through lectures, visits and excavations.

Latest Income: £3,244
Areas of Operation: Solihull
Status: Registered
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East Herts Archaeological Society

Heritage

East Herts Archaeological Society works in several area: i) education/training in the field of Archaeologyii) art/culture via lectures and visits and working with other societies linked to Archaeologyiii) environment/conservation/heritage

Latest Income: £3,175
Areas of Operation: Hertfordshire
Status: Registered
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Somborne And District Society

Heritage

Meetings and visits to celebrate and promote the history and environment of the Sombornes and surrounding areas. Stimulate public interest in relation to archaeology and local history. Research and publication of the history of The Sombornes and its people.

Latest Income: £2,783
Areas of Operation: Hampshire
Status: Registered
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The Dorothy Garrod Memorial Trust

Heritage

Awards made to young archaeologists carrying out fieldwork abroad. Distributed annually.

Latest Income: £2,768
Areas of Operation: Cambridgeshire
Status: Registered
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The West Essex Archaeological Group

Arts, Heritage

Archaeological group, with activities covering many aspects of archaeology, including public talks and lectures, practical excavation and research, training for beginners, publications, and public display of results of excavations. Membership is open to individuals of any age and any level of experience, from absolute beginners through to professional archaeologists.

Latest Income: £2,689
Areas of Operation: Essex
Status: Registered
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Council For British Archaeology South East

Charitable activities, Heritage

Advancing public education and knowledge in archaeology and in Britain's history and historic environment in the area covered by the historic counties of Kent, Sussex and Surrey.

Latest Income: £2,580
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Gravesend Historical Society

Heritage

TO PROMOTE THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATON BY DEVELOPING PUBLIC INTEREST IN ALL ASPECTS OF LOCAL HISTORY, ARCHAEOLOGY AND NATURAL HISTORY.

Latest Income: £2,497
Areas of Operation: Kent
Status: Registered
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Frequently asked questions about this sector

How many archaeology heritage charities are there in the UK?

There are 192 registered archaeology heritage charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.

Which is the largest of the archaeology heritage charities by income?

Wellcome Trust is the largest by latest reported annual income (£569.5m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.

What is the combined annual income of archaeology heritage charities?

Archaeology heritage charities reported a combined annual income of £2.7bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.

What is a typical program ratio for archaeology heritage charities?

Across all archaeology heritage charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 100.0%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.

What is the average annual income of archaeology heritage charities?

Archaeology heritage charities have an average annual income of £758k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.

Where does this data come from?

All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.