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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

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The Canterbury Historical And Archaeological Society

Heritage

The society arranges lectures for its members during the winter period,of a historical and/or archaeological nature,and during the summer months,excursions to places of historical interest.The society also has a fund from which an annual grant is made to an individual or individuals who are undertaking historical or archaeological research relating to the Canterbury area.

Latest Income: £2,288
Areas of Operation: Kent
Status: Registered
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Cirencester Archaeological And Historical Society

Heritage

Research and dissemination of information relating to mainly local history and archaeology. Main activity is presenting regular lectures on these topics in Cirencester.

Latest Income: £2,258
Areas of Operation: Gloucestershire
Status: Registered
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Church-In-The-Field Charitable Association

Charity and VCS support, Heritage, Religion

The Charity supports and raises funds to assist the Churches Conservation Trust which has taken on responsibility for the maintenance of the Church-in-the-Field in preserving for the benefit of the nation the church and, if appropriate, historical, architectural and archaeological environmental heritage that may exist around the church.

Latest Income: £2,258
Areas of Operation: Somerset
Status: Registered
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Flintshire Historical Society

Heritage

Collection and publication of archaeological and historical information relating to the former county of Flint.To arrange lectures and discussions, and visits to buildings and sites of historical interest.

Latest Income: £2,237
Areas of Operation: Denbighshire
Status: Registered
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Bungay Museum Trust

Heritage

Museum of local history and archaeology relating to Bungay and district.

Latest Income: £2,209
Areas of Operation: Norfolk
Status: Registered
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The Arbeia Society

Heritage

Archaeological society promoting and supporting research into the occuaption of Roman North East England in general, and the Roman fort at South Shields in particular, through annual conference, Roman re-enactment and publication programme. Also supports the wider archaeology and history of South Shields.

Latest Income: £2,176
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Northamptonshire Archaeological Society

Arts, Heritage

Publishes the journal Northamptonshire Archaeology providing reports on archaeological work carried out in Northamptonshire. Arranges meetings and site visits for society members.

Latest Income: £2,165
Areas of Operation: Northamptonshire
Status: Registered
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Sawtry History Society

Heritage

PROVIDING LOCAL (SAWTRY,CONINGTON, GLATTON AND HOLME VILLAGES) HISTORICAL INFORMATION TO THE PUBLIC, BY WAY OF MEETINGS, PRESENTATIONS AND EXHIBITIONS.RESEARCH AND RECORDING OF LOCAL HISTORY THROUGH OUR PAPER AND DIGITAL ARCHIVES AND THROUGH OUR ARCHAEOLOGICAL GROUP WITH SAWTRY HISTORY SOCIETY

Latest Income: £2,156
Areas of Operation: Cambridgeshire
Status: Registered
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Waltham Abbey Archaeological Fund

Heritage

Promotion of Archaeology and local history in the Waltham Abbey area and the provision of information resulting from such studies, including publication of reports and documents pertaining to such activities and interests.

Latest Income: £2,140
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Olicana Historical Society

Heritage

To arrange activities in Ilkley (West Yorks) which stimulate public interest in all aspects of history and archaeology

Latest Income: £2,127
Areas of Operation: Bradford City
Status: Registered
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Wealden Iron Research Group

Associations, Heritage

To promote investigation and collate information on the Wealden Iron Industry and related activities for the benefit of the public by:publication and historical/archaeological research

Latest Income: £2,080
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Hampshire Industrial Archaeology Society

Education, Heritage

An interest in all Industrial Archaeology sites in Hampshire, research and recording, lectures to members and occasional visits.

Latest Income: £2,055
Areas of Operation: Hampshire
Status: Registered
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The Bedford Architectural, Archaeological And Local History Society

Heritage

Lectures on a regular basic during autumn, winter and spring. Visits to places of interesr during the summer

Latest Income: £1,998
Areas of Operation: Bedford
Status: Registered
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Cardiff Archaeological Society

Heritage

To provide information on Archaeological matters by means of lectures and field visits

Latest Income: £1,976
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Friends Of St Georges Church Esher

Associations, Economic and community development, Heritage, Religion

We help preserve the Building and architectural heritage around the Building. We make and keep the public aware of its history, art, archaeology and architecture by encouraging use of the Building for an Arts Venue, educational activities , visits and other suitable community activities. .

Latest Income: £1,969
Areas of Operation: Surrey
Status: Registered
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Hastings Area Archaeological Research Group (haarg)

Heritage

Archaeological research including fieldwork in East Sussex; training for beginners; meetings and activities; publication of reports; support for county council archaeologist.

Latest Income: £1,927
Areas of Operation: East Sussex
Status: Registered
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The Dorchester Association For Research Into Local History And Archaeology

Heritage

Research into local history and archaeology

Latest Income: £1,892
Areas of Operation: Dorset
Status: Registered
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The Darlington And Teesdale Naturalists' Field Club

Environment, Heritage

(1)The study of Natural History, Geology and Archaeology. (2)The collection of information concerning topography, field paths. natural and archaelogical features of Darlington District and Teesdale including compilation of lists of recent fossils, fauna and flora.(3) The preservation of characteristic plants and animals of the district.

Latest Income: £1,878
Areas of Operation: Darlington
Status: Registered
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Crickley Hill Archaeological Trust

Heritage

Archaeological Research

Latest Income: £1,788
Areas of Operation: Gloucestershire
Status: Registered
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Yeovil Archaeological And Local History Society

Arts, Heritage

The Society promotes the preservation and protection of sites, buildings, objects, documents and images that are considered by the Society, to be of significant interest and importance to the archaeology or history of Yeovil and its hinterland through education and information by holding meetings for lectures activities, discussion, fieldwork & research and undertaking a programme of publications.

Latest Income: £1,725
Areas of Operation: Dorset
Status: Registered
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Loughton And District Historical Society

Charitable activities, Heritage

The object of the Society shall be to provide the advancement of public education in the archaeology and local history of Chigwell, Buckhurst Hill and Loughton in the County of Essex, together with the surrounding area.

Latest Income: £1,691
Areas of Operation: Essex
Status: Registered
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The Eastbourne Natural History And Archaeological Society

Heritage

To promote the understanding of natural history and archaeology by field work, education, research and lectures.

Latest Income: £1,687
Areas of Operation: East Sussex
Status: Registered
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Portsmouth Royal Dockyard Historical Trust

Charitable activities, Heritage

TO PROMOTE RESEARCH INTO HISTORIC AND THE INDUSTRIAL ARCHAEOLOGY OF THE ROYAL DOCKYARD AT PORTMSOUTH. TO PROMOTE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC ON MATTERS CONNECTED WITH THE HISTORY OF THE DOCKYARD.

Latest Income: £1,634
Areas of Operation: Hampshire
Status: Registered
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South Trafford Archaelogical Group

Education, Heritage

Archaeological research (excavation and building survey) within the Area of Operation. Publication of reports on the results of the research. Provision of regular lecturers on archaeological or historical subjects. Supporting Trafford MBC on the interpretation and improvement of the Timperley Old Hall site. Provision of work experience and talks to local individual students or schools.

Latest Income: £1,591
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Loughborough Archaeological And Historical Society

Heritage

The Society promotes the study of archaeology and history in the town and surrounding area. It mounts exhibitions, publishes local studies and organises programmes of talks.

Latest Income: £1,587
Areas of Operation: Leicestershire
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.