--- title: "West End Operatic Society Limited — check charity number 1078611 | CharityCompare" description: "Is West End Operatic Society Limited a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1078611. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in South Shields. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/west-end-operatic-society-limited retrieved: 2026-08-23T11:05:22.831Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer West End Operatic Society Limited is a registered charity (number 1078611) 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 £82,390 (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 West End Operatic Society Limited? Registered charity number 1078611 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location South Shields Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £82,390 Website [www.westendoperaticsociety.com](http://www.westendoperaticsociety.com/) ## What does West End Operatic Society Limited do? To educate the public in the operatic and dramatic arts and to further the development of public appreciation and taste in the said arts and to develop vocal, dance and amateur talent. ## What causes is West End Operatic Society Limited registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for West End Operatic Society Limited yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. West End Operatic Society Limited 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=west-end-operatic-society-limited&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.westendoperaticsociety.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is West End Operatic Society Limited a legitimate charity? Yes. West End Operatic Society Limited is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1078611) 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 West End Operatic Society Limited's charity number? West End Operatic Society Limited's charity number is 1078611. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1078611? Search 1078611 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 West End Operatic Society Limited do? To educate the public in the operatic and dramatic arts and to further the development of public appreciation and taste in the said arts and to develop vocal, dance and amateur talent. Does West End Operatic Society Limited have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for West End Operatic Society Limited. 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 West End Operatic Society Limited? West End Operatic Society Limited's website is http://www.westendoperaticsociety.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/1078611).