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title: "South Downe Musical Society — check charity number 1218079 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is South Downe Musical Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1218079. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Portsmouth. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/south-downe-musical-society-2
retrieved: 2026-08-25T01:26:46.965Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

South Downe Musical Society is a registered charity (number 1218079) 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 South Downe Musical Society?

Registered charity number

1218079

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Portsmouth

Website

[www.sdms.org.uk](http://www.sdms.org.uk/)

## What causes is South Downe Musical Society registered for?

Arts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for South Downe Musical Society yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. South Downe Musical 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.
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[Visit charity website](http://www.sdms.org.uk/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is South Downe Musical Society a legitimate charity?

Yes. South Downe Musical Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1218079) 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 South Downe Musical Society's charity number?

South Downe Musical Society's charity number is 1218079. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1218079?

Search 1218079 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 South Downe Musical Society do?

South Downe Musical Society is registered with the Charity Commission for: arts/culture/heritage/science. See its official register entry for full details.

Does South Downe Musical Society have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for South Downe Musical 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 South Downe Musical Society?

South Downe Musical Society's website is http://www.sdms.org.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/1218079).