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title: "Stratford-Upon-Avon Wind Bands Association — check charity number 1172117 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Stratford-Upon-Avon Wind Bands Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1172117. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Evesham. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/stratford-upon-avon-wind-bands-association
retrieved: 2026-08-26T03:18:06.340Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Stratford-Upon-Avon Wind Bands Association is a registered charity (number 1172117) 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. Its latest reported income was £6,095 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Stratford-Upon-Avon Wind Bands Association?

Registered charity number

1172117

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Evesham

Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31)

£6,095

Website

[stratfordconcertband.org.uk](http://stratfordconcertband.org.uk/)

## What does Stratford-Upon-Avon Wind Bands Association do?

SAWBA organises rehearsals and performs concerts to further the art of wind band playing for the enjoyment of wind instrument and percussion players of all ages. It provides musical support to the Stratford-upon-Avon community participating in civic events and fund raising events for local charities and organisations.

## What causes is Stratford-Upon-Avon Wind Bands Association registered for?

Arts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Stratford-Upon-Avon Wind Bands Association yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Stratford-Upon-Avon Wind Bands Association 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Stratford-Upon-Avon Wind Bands Association a legitimate charity?

Yes. Stratford-Upon-Avon Wind Bands Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1172117) 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 Stratford-Upon-Avon Wind Bands Association's charity number?

Stratford-Upon-Avon Wind Bands Association's charity number is 1172117. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1172117?

Search 1172117 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 Stratford-Upon-Avon Wind Bands Association do?

SAWBA organises rehearsals and performs concerts to further the art of wind band playing for the enjoyment of wind instrument and percussion players of all ages. It provides musical support to the Stratford-upon-Avon community participating in civic events and fund raising events for local charities and organisations.

Does Stratford-Upon-Avon Wind Bands Association have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Stratford-Upon-Avon Wind Bands Association. 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 Stratford-Upon-Avon Wind Bands Association?

Stratford-Upon-Avon Wind Bands Association's website is http://stratfordconcertband.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/1172117).