--- title: "Rhondda Symphony Orchestra — check charity number 1200455 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Rhondda Symphony Orchestra a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1200455. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Ash Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/rhondda-symphony-orchestra retrieved: 2026-08-23T18:48:27.605Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Rhondda Symphony Orchestra is a registered charity (number 1200455) 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 £18,600 (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 Rhondda Symphony Orchestra? Registered charity number 1200455 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Ash Road Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £18,600 Website [www.rhonddasymphonyorchestra.co.uk](http://www.rhonddasymphonyorchestra.co.uk/) ## What does Rhondda Symphony Orchestra do? Founded in 1968, the Rhondda Symphony Orchestra (RSO) is a leisure-time music group performing symphonic concerts to local communities in South Wales. With around 60 active members, the orchestra attracts young musicians, while many have remained with the orchestra for over 30 years. The RSO also awards annual bursaries to young musicians leaving school to help with their further development. ## What causes is Rhondda Symphony Orchestra registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Rhondda Symphony Orchestra yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Rhondda Symphony Orchestra 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=rhondda-symphony-orchestra&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.rhonddasymphonyorchestra.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Rhondda Symphony Orchestra a legitimate charity? Yes. Rhondda Symphony Orchestra is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1200455) 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 Rhondda Symphony Orchestra's charity number? Rhondda Symphony Orchestra's charity number is 1200455. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1200455? Search 1200455 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 Rhondda Symphony Orchestra do? Founded in 1968, the Rhondda Symphony Orchestra (RSO) is a leisure-time music group performing symphonic concerts to local communities in South Wales. With around 60 active members, the orchestra attracts young musicians, while many have remained with the orchestra for over 30 years. The RSO also awards annual bursaries to young musicians leaving school to help with their further development. Does Rhondda Symphony Orchestra have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Rhondda Symphony Orchestra. 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 Rhondda Symphony Orchestra? Rhondda Symphony Orchestra's website is http://www.rhonddasymphonyorchestra.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/1200455).