--- title: "Farnham Brass Band — check charity number 278975 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Farnham Brass Band a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 278975. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Wrecclesham. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/farnham-brass-band retrieved: 2026-08-23T07:56:44.145Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Farnham Brass Band is a registered charity (number 278975) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: arts/culture/heritage/science; amateur sport. Its latest reported income was £4,328 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Farnham Brass Band? Registered charity number 278975 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Wrecclesham Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £4,328 Website [farnhambrassband.org.uk](http://farnhambrassband.org.uk/) ## What does Farnham Brass Band do? Promote practice and performance of Brass Band music by means of concerts and other public performances and to assist other charitable institutions. To teach members of all ages to play brass instruments. ## What causes is Farnham Brass Band registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/scienceAmateur Sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Farnham Brass Band yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Farnham Brass 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=farnham-brass-band&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://farnhambrassband.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Farnham Brass Band a legitimate charity? Yes. Farnham Brass Band is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 278975) 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 Farnham Brass Band's charity number? Farnham Brass Band's charity number is 278975. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 278975? Search 278975 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 Farnham Brass Band do? Promote practice and performance of Brass Band music by means of concerts and other public performances and to assist other charitable institutions. To teach members of all ages to play brass instruments. Does Farnham Brass Band have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Farnham Brass 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 Farnham Brass Band? Farnham Brass Band's website is http://farnhambrassband.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/278975).