--- title: "Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps (R.d.t.c) — check charity number 1177736 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps (R.d.t.c) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1177736. Education/training charity based in Romford. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/romford-drum-and-trumpet-corps-r-d-t-c retrieved: 2026-08-24T08:39:27.951Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps (R.d.t.c) is a registered charity (number 1177736) 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 £77,798 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps (R.d.t.c)? Registered charity number 1177736 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Romford Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £77,798 Website [www.rdtc.org](http://www.rdtc.org/) ## What does Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps (R.d.t.c) do? The Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps is a military style youth band and was established in October 1957 .The band consists of boys and girls aged from ten years upwards. R.D.T.C perform throughout the U.K and worldwide. Our voting members are Parents and Supporters of the band. Headquarters are Taunton Hall, Taunton Road, Harold Hill, Romford, Essex. RM3 7SU. ## What causes is Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps (R.d.t.c) registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps (R.d.t.c) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps (R.d.t.c) 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=romford-drum-and-trumpet-corps-r-d-t-c&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.rdtc.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps (R.d.t.c) a legitimate charity? Yes. Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps (R.d.t.c) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1177736) 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 Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps (R.d.t.c)'s charity number? Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps (R.d.t.c)'s charity number is 1177736. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1177736? Search 1177736 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 Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps (R.d.t.c) do? The Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps is a military style youth band and was established in October 1957 .The band consists of boys and girls aged from ten years upwards. R.D.T.C perform throughout the U.K and worldwide. Our voting members are Parents and Supporters of the band. Headquarters are Taunton Hall, Taunton Road, Harold Hill, Romford, Essex. RM3 7SU. Does Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps (R.d.t.c) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps (R.d.t.c). 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 Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps (R.d.t.c)? Romford Drum and Trumpet Corps (R.d.t.c)'s website is http://www.rdtc.org — 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/1177736).