--- title: "Oxford Orpheus — check charity number 1169023 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Oxford Orpheus a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1169023. General Charitable Purposes 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/oxford-orpheus retrieved: 2026-08-23T19:55:15.131Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Oxford Orpheus is a registered charity (number 1169023) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £17,107 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Oxford Orpheus? Registered charity number 1169023 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Oxford Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £17,107 Website [www.oxfordorpheus.com](http://www.oxfordorpheus.com/) ## What does Oxford Orpheus do? The promotion of the art of choral music for the public benefit through its study and practice and by public performance. ## What causes is Oxford Orpheus registered for? General Charitable PurposesArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Oxford Orpheus yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Oxford Orpheus 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=oxford-orpheus&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.oxfordorpheus.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Oxford Orpheus a legitimate charity? Yes. Oxford Orpheus is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1169023) 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 Oxford Orpheus's charity number? Oxford Orpheus's charity number is 1169023. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1169023? Search 1169023 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 Oxford Orpheus do? The promotion of the art of choral music for the public benefit through its study and practice and by public performance. Does Oxford Orpheus have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Oxford Orpheus. 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 Oxford Orpheus? Oxford Orpheus's website is http://www.oxfordorpheus.com — 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/1169023).