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title: "Harrow Steel — check charity number 1186948 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Harrow Steel a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1186948. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Pinner. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/harrow-steel
retrieved: 2026-08-23T09:29:30.619Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Harrow Steel is a registered charity (number 1186948) 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. Its latest reported income was £21,960 (year ending 2024-12-12). 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 Harrow Steel?

Registered charity number

1186948

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Pinner

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-12)

£21,960

Website

[harrowsteel.org.uk](http://harrowsteel.org.uk/)

## What does Harrow Steel do?

Harrow Steel is an Arts Education charity that operates in North West London. Our aim to provide students, from a variety of backgrounds, the opportunity to learn about Steel Pan music and the music of other cultures, particularly for those who may not otherwise be able to access this provision. Through the workshops, young people will gain skills in teamwork, resilience and musicianship.

## What causes is Harrow Steel registered for?

Arts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Harrow Steel yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Harrow Steel 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)

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Harrow Steel a legitimate charity?

Yes. Harrow Steel is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1186948) 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 Harrow Steel's charity number?

Harrow Steel's charity number is 1186948. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1186948?

Search 1186948 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 Harrow Steel do?

Harrow Steel is an Arts Education charity that operates in North West London. Our aim to provide students, from a variety of backgrounds, the opportunity to learn about Steel Pan music and the music of other cultures, particularly for those who may not otherwise be able to access this provision. Through the workshops, young people will gain skills in teamwork, resilience and musicianship.

Does Harrow Steel have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Harrow Steel. 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 Harrow Steel?

Harrow Steel's website is http://harrowsteel.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/1186948).