--- title: "Music for the Memory — check charity number 1178578 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Music for the Memory a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1178578. Other Charitable Purposes charity based in 23 Collington Rise. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/music-for-the-memory retrieved: 2026-08-25T00:49:06.137Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Music for the Memory is a registered charity (number 1178578) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £12,128 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Music for the Memory? Registered charity number 1178578 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location 23 Collington Rise Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £12,128 Website [www.musicforthememory.net](http://www.musicforthememory.net/) ## What does Music for the Memory do? Music for the Memory uses singing to bring together local people from all walks of life with any form of mild to moderate dementia together with their carers in a friendly and fun activity. ## What causes is Music for the Memory registered for? Other Charitable Purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Music for the Memory yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Music for the Memory 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=music-for-the-memory&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.musicforthememory.net/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Music for the Memory a legitimate charity? Yes. Music for the Memory is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1178578) 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 Music for the Memory's charity number? Music for the Memory's charity number is 1178578. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1178578? Search 1178578 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 Music for the Memory do? Music for the Memory uses singing to bring together local people from all walks of life with any form of mild to moderate dementia together with their carers in a friendly and fun activity. Does Music for the Memory have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Music for the Memory. 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 Music for the Memory? Music for the Memory's website is http://www.musicforthememory.net — 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/1178578).