The Chess Valley Archaeological And Historical Society
CVAHS organises archaeological evaluation & excavations, including training excavations and carries out historical research. It also arranges talks six times a year
Activities & Mission
CVAHS organises archaeological evaluation & excavations, including training excavations and carries out historical research. It also arranges talks six times a year
Grants
The Chess Valley Archaeological And Historical Society makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- individuals
- Total spending
- £561
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- children and young people, elderly people and the general public
- What it supports
- education and training, arts, culture, heritage, or science and the environment, conservation, or heritage
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Frequently asked questions about The Chess Valley Archaeological And Historical Society
What does The Chess Valley Archaeological And Historical Society do?
CVAHS organises archaeological evaluation & excavations, including training excavations and carries out historical research. It also arranges talks six times a year
When was The Chess Valley Archaeological And Historical Society registered as a charity?
The Chess Valley Archaeological And Historical Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 25 November 1971 as charity number 263176. It has been registered for 55 years.
Who runs The Chess Valley Archaeological And Historical Society?
The Chess Valley Archaeological And Historical Society is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is DR TIM YATES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Chess Valley Archaeological And Historical Society operate?
The Chess Valley Archaeological And Historical Society operates across 2 areas: Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire.
Is The Chess Valley Archaeological And Historical Society a registered charity?
Yes — The Chess Valley Archaeological And Historical Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 263176.
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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