--- title: "Northern Roots — check charity number 1088823 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Northern Roots a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1088823. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Northern Roots. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/northern-roots retrieved: 2026-08-24T08:32:43.102Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Northern Roots is a registered charity (number 1088823) 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 £169,645 (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 Northern Roots? Registered charity number 1088823 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Northern Roots Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £169,645 Website [www.northern-roots.org.uk](http://www.northern-roots.org.uk/) ## What does Northern Roots do? Northern Roots promotes in excess of 100 concerts a year in reggae, soul, blues, in Newcastle and Gateshead.The organisation has since the late 198O's worked hard to attract a culturally diverse audience to our concerts. We have developed mentoring projects with refugees as well as work with young people in culturally diverse schools. . ## What causes is Northern Roots registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Northern Roots yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Northern Roots 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=northern-roots&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.northern-roots.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Northern Roots a legitimate charity? Yes. Northern Roots is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1088823) 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 Northern Roots's charity number? Northern Roots's charity number is 1088823. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1088823? Search 1088823 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 Northern Roots do? Northern Roots promotes in excess of 100 concerts a year in reggae, soul, blues, in Newcastle and Gateshead.The organisation has since the late 198O's worked hard to attract a culturally diverse audience to our concerts. We have developed mentoring projects with refugees as well as work with young people in culturally diverse schools. . Does Northern Roots have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Northern Roots. 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 Northern Roots? Northern Roots's website is http://www.northern-roots.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/1088823).