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title: "Watford Philharmonic Society — check charity number 272393 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Watford Philharmonic Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 272393. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Leavesden. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/watford-philharmonic-society
retrieved: 2026-08-23T06:01:42.890Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Watford Philharmonic Society is a registered charity (number 272393) 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 £55,192 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Watford Philharmonic Society?

Registered charity number

272393

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Leavesden

Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31)

£55,192

Website

[www.watfordphilharmonic.co.uk](http://www.watfordphilharmonic.co.uk/)

## What does Watford Philharmonic Society do?

Watford Philharmonic Society promotes the art of music by the study and public performance of choral and orchestral works of the highest quality. The society's membership, comprising both choral and orchestral members, totals approx 170 persons. In a typical season it promotes four major choral and orchestral concerts at the Bushey Academy Great Hall.

## What causes is Watford Philharmonic Society registered for?

Arts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Watford Philharmonic Society yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Watford Philharmonic Society 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.
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## Frequently asked questions

Is Watford Philharmonic Society a legitimate charity?

Yes. Watford Philharmonic Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 272393) 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 Watford Philharmonic Society's charity number?

Watford Philharmonic Society's charity number is 272393. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 272393?

Search 272393 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 Watford Philharmonic Society do?

Watford Philharmonic Society promotes the art of music by the study and public performance of choral and orchestral works of the highest quality. The society's membership, comprising both choral and orchestral members, totals approx 170 persons. In a typical season it promotes four major choral and orchestral concerts at the Bushey Academy Great Hall.

Does Watford Philharmonic Society have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Watford Philharmonic Society. 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 Watford Philharmonic Society?

Watford Philharmonic Society's website is http://www.watfordphilharmonic.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/272393).