Dartford Symphony Orchestra (number 273944) is listed as registered in the Charity Commission snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.
What does Dartford Symphony Orchestra do?
The Symphony was formed in 1946 and provides the opportunity, both as performers and audience, for the people of Dartford and the surrounding area to enjoy music making of a high standard. Based the Mick Jagger Centre, the DSO continues to take music to the rural communities, is involved in music education projects, commissions new works. The DSO runs an annual Dartford Young Musician competition.
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
From the annual return
Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Dartford Symphony Orchestra
Answers Dartford Symphony Orchestra gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission for the year ending 30 June 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.
Can I claim Gift Aid, and are the trustees paid?
The register records Dartford Symphony Orchestra as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration. Work out your Gift Aid
Dartford Symphony Orchestra's annual return for the year ending 30 June 2025 reports that no trustee received remuneration or other benefits from the charity.
Registration details
Registered as a charity
Where it says it operates
Kent
Who it supports and how it works
Reported beneficiaries: The General Public/mankind.
Reported activities: Other Charitable Activities.
Classifications supplied to the register; extract 2026-10-04. These broad categories do not establish eligibility or current capacity. Use the official contact details to ask about access, referrals and service area.
What causes is Dartford Symphony Orchestra registered for?
Arts/culture/heritage/science
Why is there no Clarity Score for Dartford Symphony Orchestra yet?
Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Dartford Symphony Orchestra.
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Is Dartford Symphony Orchestra a legitimate charity?
The register data used for this profile lists Dartford Symphony Orchestra as a registered charity (number 273944) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Dartford Symphony Orchestra's charity number?
Dartford Symphony Orchestra's charity number is 273944. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 273944?
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What does Dartford Symphony Orchestra do?
The Symphony was formed in 1946 and provides the opportunity, both as performers and audience, for the people of Dartford and the surrounding area to enjoy music making of a high standard. Based the Mick Jagger Centre, the DSO continues to take music to the rural communities, is involved in music education projects, commissions new works. The DSO runs an annual Dartford Young Musician competition.
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CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dartford Symphony Orchestra. 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 Dartford Symphony Orchestra?
Dartford Symphony Orchestra's website listed in our register data is http://www.dartfordsymphonyorchestra.com. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to Dartford Symphony Orchestra?
The register records Dartford Symphony Orchestra as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid, so a UK taxpayer can usually add 25p to every £1 they give by making a Gift Aid declaration.
Are Dartford Symphony Orchestra's trustees paid?
Dartford Symphony Orchestra's annual return for the year ending 30 June 2025 reports that no trustee received remuneration or other benefits from the charity.
When was Dartford Symphony Orchestra registered as a charity?
Dartford Symphony Orchestra was entered on the register on 27 July 1977.