--- title: "The Marple Band — check charity number 1209721 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Marple Band a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1209721. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Arden House, Unit 1. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-marple-band retrieved: 2026-08-26T21:51:48.347Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Marple Band is a registered charity (number 1209721) 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 £32,103 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Marple Band? Registered charity number 1209721 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Arden House, Unit 1 Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £32,103 Website [www.themarpleband.co.uk](http://www.themarpleband.co.uk/) ## What does The Marple Band do? A brass band who play music to entertain the local Marple community and the surrounding areas. Membership is open to everyone but a good level of playing a brass instrument is required. ## What causes is The Marple Band registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Marple Band yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Marple Band 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-marple-band&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.themarpleband.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Marple Band a legitimate charity? Yes. The Marple Band is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1209721) 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 Marple Band's charity number? The Marple Band's charity number is 1209721. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1209721? Search 1209721 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 Marple Band do? A brass band who play music to entertain the local Marple community and the surrounding areas. Membership is open to everyone but a good level of playing a brass instrument is required. Does The Marple Band have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Marple Band. 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 Marple Band? The Marple Band's website is http://www.themarpleband.co.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/1209721).