--- title: "Music in Country Churches — check charity number 801073 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Music in Country Churches a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 801073. Education/training charity based in Oxford. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/music-in-country-churches retrieved: 2026-08-25T01:57:01.454Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Music in Country Churches is a registered charity (number 801073) 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 £106,470 (year ending 2024-10-31). 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 in Country Churches? Registered charity number 801073 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust Location Oxford Latest income (year ending 2024-10-31) £106,470 Website [www.musicincountrychurches.org.uk](http://www.musicincountrychurches.org.uk/) ## What does Music in Country Churches do? Music in Country Churches was established as a charitable trust in 1989. It has two aims: (1) to assist churches in rural regions of England and Wales with holding concerts of classical music; (2) to raise funds to assist those churches with the costs of their repair and maintenance. The Charity is particularly keen to provide performance opportunities to young and emerging musicians. ## What causes is Music in Country Churches registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Music in Country Churches yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Music in Country Churches 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-in-country-churches&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.musicincountrychurches.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Music in Country Churches a legitimate charity? Yes. Music in Country Churches is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 801073) 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 in Country Churches's charity number? Music in Country Churches's charity number is 801073. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 801073? Search 801073 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 in Country Churches do? Music in Country Churches was established as a charitable trust in 1989. It has two aims: (1) to assist churches in rural regions of England and Wales with holding concerts of classical music; (2) to raise funds to assist those churches with the costs of their repair and maintenance. The Charity is particularly keen to provide performance opportunities to young and emerging musicians. Does Music in Country Churches have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Music in Country Churches. 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 in Country Churches? Music in Country Churches's website is http://www.musicincountrychurches.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/801073).