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title: "King Edward Musical Society of Macclesfield — check charity number 517554 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is King Edward Musical Society of Macclesfield a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 517554. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Macclesfield. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/king-edward-musical-society-of-macclesfield
retrieved: 2026-08-23T06:56:32.908Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

King Edward Musical Society of Macclesfield is a registered charity (number 517554) 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 £44,914 (year ending 2026-05-31). 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 King Edward Musical Society of Macclesfield?

Registered charity number

517554

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Macclesfield

Latest income (year ending 2026-05-31)

£44,914

Website

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

## What does King Edward Musical Society of Macclesfield do?

to study music of the highest quality and present the same to the public by way of concerts

## What causes is King Edward Musical Society of Macclesfield registered for?

Arts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for King Edward Musical Society of Macclesfield yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. King Edward Musical Society of Macclesfield 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.
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[Visit charity website](http://www.kems.org.uk/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is King Edward Musical Society of Macclesfield a legitimate charity?

Yes. King Edward Musical Society of Macclesfield is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 517554) 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 King Edward Musical Society of Macclesfield's charity number?

King Edward Musical Society of Macclesfield's charity number is 517554. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 517554?

Search 517554 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 King Edward Musical Society of Macclesfield do?

to study music of the highest quality and present the same to the public by way of concerts

Does King Edward Musical Society of Macclesfield have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for King Edward Musical Society of Macclesfield. 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 King Edward Musical Society of Macclesfield?

King Edward Musical Society of Macclesfield's website is http://www.kems.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/517554).