--- title: "Hertford Symphony Orchestra — check charity number 270513 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Hertford Symphony Orchestra a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 270513. Education/training charity based in Hertford. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/hertford-symphony-orchestra retrieved: 2026-08-23T22:50:40.711Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Hertford Symphony Orchestra is a registered charity (number 270513) 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; economic/community development/employment. Its latest reported income was £37,786 (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 Hertford Symphony Orchestra? Registered charity number 270513 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Hertford Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £37,786 Website [www.hertfordsymphonyorchestra.org.uk](http://www.hertfordsymphonyorchestra.org.uk/) ## What does Hertford Symphony Orchestra do? The principle activities of the Orchestra in the year under review are to promote live music by putting on concerts in the East Herts area including involving schools in children's and Christmas concerts, and to increase the standards of the local amateur musicians by engaging professional musicians to work and tutor. ## What causes is Hertford Symphony Orchestra registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEconomic/community Development/employment ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Hertford Symphony Orchestra yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Hertford Symphony Orchestra 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=hertford-symphony-orchestra&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.hertfordsymphonyorchestra.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Hertford Symphony Orchestra a legitimate charity? Yes. Hertford Symphony Orchestra is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 270513) 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 Hertford Symphony Orchestra's charity number? Hertford Symphony Orchestra's charity number is 270513. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 270513? Search 270513 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 Hertford Symphony Orchestra do? The principle activities of the Orchestra in the year under review are to promote live music by putting on concerts in the East Herts area including involving schools in children's and Christmas concerts, and to increase the standards of the local amateur musicians by engaging professional musicians to work and tutor. Does Hertford Symphony Orchestra have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Hertford 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 Hertford Symphony Orchestra? Hertford Symphony Orchestra's website is http://www.hertfordsymphonyorchestra.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/270513).