--- title: "Gateshead Music Trust — check charity number 1118385 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Gateshead Music Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1118385. Education/training charity based in c/o Chowdene Children's Centre. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/gateshead-music-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T04:24:42.048Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Gateshead Music Trust is a registered charity (number 1118385) 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. Its latest reported income was £17,755 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Gateshead Music Trust? Registered charity number 1118385 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location c/o Chowdene Children's Centre Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £17,755 ## What does Gateshead Music Trust do? To advance the education of young people in Gateshead, particularly those in financial hardship, in all aspects of music and its performance by providing financial support for musical activities, including the provision of educational visits, courses and materials. To advance the education of the public in all music by promoting and supporting Gateshead Youth Ensembles (of all genres) and Choirs. ## What causes is Gateshead Music Trust registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Gateshead Music Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Gateshead Music Trust 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=gateshead-music-trust&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Gateshead Music Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Gateshead Music Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1118385) 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 Gateshead Music Trust's charity number? Gateshead Music Trust's charity number is 1118385. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1118385? Search 1118385 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 Gateshead Music Trust do? To advance the education of young people in Gateshead, particularly those in financial hardship, in all aspects of music and its performance by providing financial support for musical activities, including the provision of educational visits, courses and materials. To advance the education of the public in all music by promoting and supporting Gateshead Youth Ensembles (of all genres) and Choirs. Does Gateshead Music Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Gateshead Music Trust. 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 Gateshead Music Trust? Gateshead Music Trust does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/1118385).