--- title: "New Sussex Opera — check charity number 1185087 | CharityCompare" description: "Is New Sussex Opera a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1185087. Education/training charity based in Lewes. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/new-sussex-opera retrieved: 2026-08-23T12:24:25.340Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer New Sussex Opera is a registered charity (number 1185087) 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 £54,363 (year ending 2025-05-31). 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 New Sussex Opera? Registered charity number 1185087 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Lewes Latest income (year ending 2025-05-31) £54,363 Website [newsussxopera.org](http://newsussxopera.org/) ## What does New Sussex Opera do? The objects of the charity are encourage, advance, develop and maintain public education in, appreciation of and involvement in operatic arts and the performing arts by promoting a series of public performances, exhibitions and other cultural events. ## What causes is New Sussex Opera registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for New Sussex Opera yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. New Sussex Opera 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=new-sussex-opera&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://newsussxopera.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is New Sussex Opera a legitimate charity? Yes. New Sussex Opera is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1185087) 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 New Sussex Opera's charity number? New Sussex Opera's charity number is 1185087. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1185087? Search 1185087 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 New Sussex Opera do? The objects of the charity are encourage, advance, develop and maintain public education in, appreciation of and involvement in operatic arts and the performing arts by promoting a series of public performances, exhibitions and other cultural events. Does New Sussex Opera have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for New Sussex Opera. 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 New Sussex Opera? New Sussex Opera's website is http://newsussxopera.org — 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/1185087).