--- title: "Richmond Light Orchestra — check charity number 1212061 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Richmond Light Orchestra a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1212061. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Surbiton. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/richmond-light-orchestra retrieved: 2026-08-23T18:48:19.878Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Richmond Light Orchestra is a registered charity (number 1212061) 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 Richmond Light Orchestra? Registered charity number 1212061 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Surbiton Website [www.richmondlightorchestra.com](http://www.richmondlightorchestra.com/) ## What does Richmond Light Orchestra do? The charity enables amateur musicians to play in an orchestra, under the direction of a professional conductor and leader, and to perform concerts to the wider public to a high standard. ## What causes is Richmond Light Orchestra registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Richmond Light Orchestra yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Richmond Light 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=richmond-light-orchestra&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.richmondlightorchestra.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Richmond Light Orchestra a legitimate charity? Yes. Richmond Light Orchestra is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1212061) 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 Richmond Light Orchestra's charity number? Richmond Light Orchestra's charity number is 1212061. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1212061? Search 1212061 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 Richmond Light Orchestra do? The charity enables amateur musicians to play in an orchestra, under the direction of a professional conductor and leader, and to perform concerts to the wider public to a high standard. Does Richmond Light Orchestra have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Richmond Light 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 Richmond Light Orchestra? Richmond Light Orchestra's website is http://www.richmondlightorchestra.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/1212061).