--- title: "Rochester Choral Society — check charity number 253877 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Rochester Choral Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 253877. Education/training charity based in Rochester. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/rochester-choral-society retrieved: 2026-08-24T04:53:25.929Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Rochester Choral Society is a registered charity (number 253877) 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 £31,952 (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 Rochester Choral Society? Registered charity number 253877 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Rochester Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £31,952 Website [www.rochesterchoral.co.uk](http://www.rochesterchoral.co.uk/) ## What does Rochester Choral Society do? To promote, improve, develop and maintain public education in and appreciation of the art and science of music in all its aspects by:a) providing opportunities for members of the Medway and local communities to enjoy choral music through participation and involvementb) the performance of public concerts and recitals and by such other means as the Society through its Committee shall determine ## What causes is Rochester Choral Society registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Rochester Choral Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Rochester Choral Society 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=rochester-choral-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.rochesterchoral.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Rochester Choral Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Rochester Choral Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 253877) 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 Rochester Choral Society's charity number? Rochester Choral Society's charity number is 253877. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 253877? Search 253877 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 Rochester Choral Society do? To promote, improve, develop and maintain public education in and appreciation of the art and science of music in all its aspects by:a) providing opportunities for members of the Medway and local communities to enjoy choral music through participation and involvementb) the performance of public concerts and recitals and by such other means as the Society through its Committee shall determine Does Rochester Choral Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Rochester Choral Society. 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 Rochester Choral Society? Rochester Choral Society's website is http://www.rochesterchoral.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/253877).