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title: "Westminster Philharmonic Orchestra — check charity number 1053703 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Westminster Philharmonic Orchestra a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1053703. Education/training charity based in London. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/westminster-philharmonic-orchestra
retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:48:00.621Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Westminster Philharmonic Orchestra is a registered charity (number 1053703) 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 £33,433 (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 Westminster Philharmonic Orchestra?

Registered charity number

1053703

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Charitable company

Location

London

Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31)

£33,433

Website

[www.wpo.org.uk](http://www.wpo.org.uk/)

## What does Westminster Philharmonic Orchestra do?

The charity's main aim is to enable musicians to perform, record and promote music and advance musical education generally.

## What causes is Westminster Philharmonic Orchestra registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Westminster Philharmonic Orchestra yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Westminster Philharmonic Orchestra 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?

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[Visit charity website](http://www.wpo.org.uk/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is Westminster Philharmonic Orchestra a legitimate charity?

Yes. Westminster Philharmonic Orchestra is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1053703) 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 Westminster Philharmonic Orchestra's charity number?

Westminster Philharmonic Orchestra's charity number is 1053703. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1053703?

Search 1053703 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 Westminster Philharmonic Orchestra do?

The charity's main aim is to enable musicians to perform, record and promote music and advance musical education generally.

Does Westminster Philharmonic Orchestra have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Westminster Philharmonic Orchestra. 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 Westminster Philharmonic Orchestra?

Westminster Philharmonic Orchestra's website is http://www.wpo.org.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/1053703).