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title: "Independent Arts — check charity number 297474 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Independent Arts a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 297474. Education/training charity based in Newport. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/independent-arts
retrieved: 2026-08-23T04:23:18.383Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Independent Arts is a registered charity (number 297474) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; the advancement of health or saving of lives; disability. Its latest reported income was £439,224 (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 Independent Arts?

Registered charity number

297474

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Charitable company

Location

Newport

Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31)

£439,224

Website

[www.independentarts.org.uk](http://www.independentarts.org.uk/)

## What does Independent Arts do?

Through the power of creativity we create a healthier, happier, more fulfilled and connected society on the Isle of Wight. We are a pioneering creative health charity. We deliver co-created artistic programmes to support mental health, wellbeing and physical health.

## What causes is Independent Arts registered for?

Education/trainingThe Advancement Of Health Or Saving Of LivesDisability

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Independent Arts yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Independent Arts 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 Independent Arts a legitimate charity?

Yes. Independent Arts is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 297474) 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 Independent Arts's charity number?

Independent Arts's charity number is 297474. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 297474?

Search 297474 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 Independent Arts do?

Through the power of creativity we create a healthier, happier, more fulfilled and connected society on the Isle of Wight. We are a pioneering creative health charity. We deliver co-created artistic programmes to support mental health, wellbeing and physical health.

Does Independent Arts have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Independent Arts. 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 Independent Arts?

Independent Arts's website is http://www.independentarts.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/297474).