--- title: "Ports Fest — check charity number 1114695 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ports Fest a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1114695. Education/training charity based in 1 High Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ports-fest retrieved: 2026-08-24T17:59:08.494Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ports Fest is a registered charity (number 1114695) 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 £3,080 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Ports Fest? Registered charity number 1114695 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 1 High Street Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £3,080 Website [www.portsmouthfestivities.co.uk](http://www.portsmouthfestivities.co.uk/) ## What does Ports Fest do? The Portsmouth Festivities aims to give the City of Portsmouth its own distinctive festival. It provides a high quality and diverse programme of events and activities which capture imaginations, celebrate diversity and reflects on the heritage value of Portsmouth. It has developed a reputation for providing cultural activities with professional artists in the City's unique venues. ## What causes is Ports Fest registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ports Fest yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ports Fest 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=ports-fest&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.portsmouthfestivities.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ports Fest a legitimate charity? Yes. Ports Fest is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1114695) 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 Ports Fest's charity number? Ports Fest's charity number is 1114695. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1114695? Search 1114695 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 Ports Fest do? The Portsmouth Festivities aims to give the City of Portsmouth its own distinctive festival. It provides a high quality and diverse programme of events and activities which capture imaginations, celebrate diversity and reflects on the heritage value of Portsmouth. It has developed a reputation for providing cultural activities with professional artists in the City's unique venues. Does Ports Fest have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ports Fest. 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 Ports Fest? Ports Fest's website is http://www.portsmouthfestivities.co.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/1114695).