--- title: "The Telling — check charity number 1181802 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Telling a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1181802. Education/training charity based in Twickenham. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-telling retrieved: 2026-08-28T09:27:00.082Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Telling is a registered charity (number 1181802) 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 £201,932 (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 Telling? Registered charity number 1181802 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Twickenham Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £201,932 Website [www.thetelling.co.uk](http://www.thetelling.co.uk/) ## What does The Telling do? The Telling advances the arts & education for public benefit bya) giving high quality concerts & performances all over the UK & forming residencies in areas where little early music takes placeb) work with young people in schools & amateur singers & instrumentalists from a variety of walks of life, introducing them to new repertoire & enabling them to develop their musical skills. ## What causes is The Telling registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Telling yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Telling 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-telling&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.thetelling.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Telling a legitimate charity? Yes. The Telling is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1181802) 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 Telling's charity number? The Telling's charity number is 1181802. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1181802? Search 1181802 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 Telling do? The Telling advances the arts & education for public benefit bya) giving high quality concerts & performances all over the UK & forming residencies in areas where little early music takes placeb) work with young people in schools & amateur singers & instrumentalists from a variety of walks of life, introducing them to new repertoire & enabling them to develop their musical skills. Does The Telling have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Telling. 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 Telling? The Telling's website is http://www.thetelling.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/1181802).