--- title: "The Orchestra of the City — check charity number 1106325 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Orchestra of the City a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1106325. Education/training charity based in Dartford. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-orchestra-of-the-city retrieved: 2026-08-27T05:24:05.087Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Orchestra of the City is a registered charity (number 1106325) 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 £28,435 (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 The Orchestra of the City? Registered charity number 1106325 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Dartford Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £28,435 Website [www.orchestraofthecity.com](http://www.orchestraofthecity.com/) ## What does The Orchestra of the City do? To advance the education of the public in the art and science of music by maintaining an orchestra to provide concerts, with a view to the training and development of amateur musicians in a common effort to bring high quality musical performances to members of the public. ## What causes is The Orchestra of the City registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Orchestra of the City yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Orchestra of the City 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-orchestra-of-the-city&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.orchestraofthecity.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Orchestra of the City a legitimate charity? Yes. The Orchestra of the City is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1106325) 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 Orchestra of the City's charity number? The Orchestra of the City's charity number is 1106325. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1106325? Search 1106325 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 Orchestra of the City do? To advance the education of the public in the art and science of music by maintaining an orchestra to provide concerts, with a view to the training and development of amateur musicians in a common effort to bring high quality musical performances to members of the public. Does The Orchestra of the City have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Orchestra of the City. 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 Orchestra of the City? The Orchestra of the City's website is http://www.orchestraofthecity.com — 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/1106325).