--- title: "The Association of the Friends of Rochester Cathedral — check charity number 273973 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Association of the Friends of Rochester Cathedral a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 273973. Religious Activities charity based in The Precinct. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-association-of-the-friends-of-rochester-cathedral retrieved: 2026-08-23T22:14:35.369Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Association of the Friends of Rochester Cathedral is a registered charity (number 273973) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: religious activities. Its latest reported income was £51,450 (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 The Association of the Friends of Rochester Cathedral? Registered charity number 273973 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location The Precinct Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £51,450 ## What does The Association of the Friends of Rochester Cathedral do? The objects of the charity are to assist the Dean and Chapter to preserve and maintain the fabric and monuments of Rochester Cathedral and lands in connection therewith and preserve and maintain the worship and services in Rochester Cathedral and further the religious works of the Cathedral. To achieve its objects, the charity offers membership to all who are interested in the aims of the charity ## What causes is The Association of the Friends of Rochester Cathedral registered for? Religious Activities ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Association of the Friends of Rochester Cathedral yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Association of the Friends of Rochester Cathedral 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=the-association-of-the-friends-of-rochester-cathedral&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Association of the Friends of Rochester Cathedral a legitimate charity? Yes. The Association of the Friends of Rochester Cathedral is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 273973) 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 The Association of the Friends of Rochester Cathedral's charity number? The Association of the Friends of Rochester Cathedral's charity number is 273973. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 273973? Search 273973 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 The Association of the Friends of Rochester Cathedral do? The objects of the charity are to assist the Dean and Chapter to preserve and maintain the fabric and monuments of Rochester Cathedral and lands in connection therewith and preserve and maintain the worship and services in Rochester Cathedral and further the religious works of the Cathedral. To achieve its objects, the charity offers membership to all who are interested in the aims of the charity Does The Association of the Friends of Rochester Cathedral have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Association of the Friends of Rochester Cathedral. 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 The Association of the Friends of Rochester Cathedral? The Association of the Friends of Rochester Cathedral does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/273973).