--- title: "Kensington Philharmonic Orchestral Society — check charity number 283674 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Kensington Philharmonic Orchestral Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 283674. Education/training charity based in Manuden. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/kensington-philharmonic-orchestral-society retrieved: 2026-08-23T06:12:37.181Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Kensington Philharmonic Orchestral Society is a registered charity (number 283674) 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 £17,837 (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 Kensington Philharmonic Orchestral Society? Registered charity number 283674 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Manuden Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £17,837 Website [www.kpo.org.uk](http://www.kpo.org.uk/) ## What does Kensington Philharmonic Orchestral Society do? The charity runs an orchestra for advanced amateur players which rehearses and performs in the London Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Three concerts are put on each year which are open to the public. ## What causes is Kensington Philharmonic Orchestral Society registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Kensington Philharmonic Orchestral Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Kensington Philharmonic Orchestral Society 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=kensington-philharmonic-orchestral-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.kpo.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Kensington Philharmonic Orchestral Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Kensington Philharmonic Orchestral Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 283674) 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 Kensington Philharmonic Orchestral Society's charity number? Kensington Philharmonic Orchestral Society's charity number is 283674. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 283674? Search 283674 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 Kensington Philharmonic Orchestral Society do? The charity runs an orchestra for advanced amateur players which rehearses and performs in the London Borough of Kensington and Chelsea. Three concerts are put on each year which are open to the public. Does Kensington Philharmonic Orchestral Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Kensington Philharmonic Orchestral Society. 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 Kensington Philharmonic Orchestral Society? Kensington Philharmonic Orchestral Society's website is http://www.kpo.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/283674).