--- title: "Reading a440 Choir — check charity number 1178472 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Reading a440 Choir a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1178472. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Christ Church Woodley. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/reading-a440-choir retrieved: 2026-08-23T08:23:58.156Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Reading a440 Choir is a registered charity (number 1178472) 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 £15,338 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Reading a440 Choir? Registered charity number 1178472 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Christ Church Woodley Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £15,338 Website [www.a440choir.org.uk](http://www.a440choir.org.uk/) ## What does Reading a440 Choir do? The choir rehearses on a weekly basis and is constantly preparing for concerts and events. There is a calendar of events produced on a rolling basis at least one year in advance. Some concerts provide charitable donations. ## What causes is Reading a440 Choir registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Reading a440 Choir yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Reading a440 Choir 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=reading-a440-choir&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.a440choir.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Reading a440 Choir a legitimate charity? Yes. Reading a440 Choir is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1178472) 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 Reading a440 Choir's charity number? Reading a440 Choir's charity number is 1178472. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1178472? Search 1178472 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 Reading a440 Choir do? The choir rehearses on a weekly basis and is constantly preparing for concerts and events. There is a calendar of events produced on a rolling basis at least one year in advance. Some concerts provide charitable donations. Does Reading a440 Choir have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Reading a440 Choir. 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 Reading a440 Choir? Reading a440 Choir's website is http://www.a440choir.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/1178472).