--- title: "The Herbert Howells Trust — check charity number 1121065 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Herbert Howells Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1121065. Education/training charity based in Cambridge. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-herbert-howells-trust retrieved: 2026-08-26T07:54:15.679Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Herbert Howells Trust is a registered charity (number 1121065) 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 £38,202 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Herbert Howells Trust? Registered charity number 1121065 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Cambridge Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £38,202 Website [www.howellstrust.org.uk](http://www.howellstrust.org.uk/) ## What does The Herbert Howells Trust do? The Trust exists to promote the work of Herbert Howells, by supporting performances, publications and recordings, and also to support the Herbert Howells Archives at the Royal College of Music. It also exists to give financial support for the music of St John's College Chapel, Cambridge, including the Choir, Organ and the musical education of the Choristers ## What causes is The Herbert Howells Trust registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Herbert Howells Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Herbert Howells Trust 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-herbert-howells-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.howellstrust.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Herbert Howells Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. The Herbert Howells Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1121065) 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 Herbert Howells Trust's charity number? The Herbert Howells Trust's charity number is 1121065. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1121065? Search 1121065 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 Herbert Howells Trust do? The Trust exists to promote the work of Herbert Howells, by supporting performances, publications and recordings, and also to support the Herbert Howells Archives at the Royal College of Music. It also exists to give financial support for the music of St John's College Chapel, Cambridge, including the Choir, Organ and the musical education of the Choristers Does The Herbert Howells Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Herbert Howells Trust. 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 Herbert Howells Trust? The Herbert Howells Trust's website is http://www.howellstrust.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/1121065).