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The Royal Society of London for Improving Natural Knowledge (Commonly Known As the Royal Society)

Registered charity 207043, on the register since 22 January 1963. The 74th largest charity in England and Wales by income.

What it says it does

The Royal Society has three roles: A learned society; The UK's Academy of Science; And as a funding agency. We- Promote science and its benefits- Recognise excellence in science- Support outstanding science- Provide scientific advice for policy- Foster international and global cooperation- Provide education and public engagement

In the charity's own words, as filed with the Charity Commission.

Its causes

Education/trainingOther Charitable Purposes

Where it works

It names no single council area: it works across England and Wales, or further.

Check it yourself

Its entry on the Charity Commission register · its own website

Figures are the latest the charity has reported to the Charity Commission, current to 27 September 2026. How this site works.