--- title: "Rhythms of the World — check charity number 1090835 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Rhythms of the World a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1090835. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Hitchin. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/rhythms-of-the-world retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:53:04.015Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Rhythms of the World is a registered charity (number 1090835) 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. 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 Rhythms of the World? Registered charity number 1090835 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Hitchin Website [www.rotw.uk](http://www.rotw.uk/) ## What does Rhythms of the World do? The charity is run by volunteers with the objectives of engaging people in community activity and stimulating the arts in the region through the delivery of an annual festival of music, dance, art and cuisine held in Hitchin, Hertfordshire. There is also an outreach programme which takes the ethos of the festival to groups that might otherwise not have the opportunity to experience it. ## What causes is Rhythms of the World registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Rhythms of the World yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Rhythms of the World 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=rhythms-of-the-world&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.rotw.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Rhythms of the World a legitimate charity? Yes. Rhythms of the World is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1090835) 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 Rhythms of the World's charity number? Rhythms of the World's charity number is 1090835. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1090835? Search 1090835 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 Rhythms of the World do? The charity is run by volunteers with the objectives of engaging people in community activity and stimulating the arts in the region through the delivery of an annual festival of music, dance, art and cuisine held in Hitchin, Hertfordshire. There is also an outreach programme which takes the ethos of the festival to groups that might otherwise not have the opportunity to experience it. Does Rhythms of the World have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Rhythms of the World. 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 Rhythms of the World? Rhythms of the World's website is http://www.rotw.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/1090835).