--- title: "East Bedfordshire Concert Band — check charity number 1097158 | CharityCompare" description: "Is East Bedfordshire Concert Band a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1097158. Education/training charity based in Eagle Farm Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/east-bedfordshire-concert-band retrieved: 2026-08-23T03:03:33.093Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer East Bedfordshire Concert Band is a registered charity (number 1097158) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science; recreation. Its latest reported income was £7,668 (year ending 2025-07-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about East Bedfordshire Concert Band? Registered charity number 1097158 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Eagle Farm Road Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £7,668 Website [www.eastbedsconcertband.org.uk](http://www.eastbedsconcertband.org.uk/) ## What does East Bedfordshire Concert Band do? East Beds Concert Band is a community band based in Biggleswade, for players of all ages and abilities. It provides players, particularly the young members, the opportunity to rehearse and perform a wide variety of music, thereby improving their musical skills. The Band performs three concerts a year, in different venues, and by so doing, promotes concert band music within the community. ## What causes is East Bedfordshire Concert Band registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceRecreation ## Why is there no Clarity Score for East Bedfordshire Concert Band yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. East Bedfordshire Concert Band is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=east-bedfordshire-concert-band&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.eastbedsconcertband.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is East Bedfordshire Concert Band a legitimate charity? Yes. East Bedfordshire Concert Band is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1097158) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is East Bedfordshire Concert Band's charity number? East Bedfordshire Concert Band's charity number is 1097158. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1097158? Search 1097158 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does East Bedfordshire Concert Band do? East Beds Concert Band is a community band based in Biggleswade, for players of all ages and abilities. It provides players, particularly the young members, the opportunity to rehearse and perform a wide variety of music, thereby improving their musical skills. The Band performs three concerts a year, in different venues, and by so doing, promotes concert band music within the community. Does East Bedfordshire Concert Band have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for East Bedfordshire Concert Band. 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 East Bedfordshire Concert Band? East Bedfordshire Concert Band's website is http://www.eastbedsconcertband.org.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1097158).