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title: "Amersham Band — check charity number 1162520 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Amersham Band a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1162520. Education/training charity based in Rectory Hill. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/amersham-band
retrieved: 2026-08-18T19:06:06.540Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Amersham Band is a registered charity (number 1162520) 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; economic/community development/employment. Its latest reported income was £84,126 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Amersham Band?

Registered charity number

1162520

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Rectory Hill

Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31)

£84,126

Website

[www.amershamband.com](http://www.amershamband.com/)

## What does Amersham Band do?

Amersham Band encourages participation and enjoyment of music played by a modern brass band, The band serves the local community in Chiltern District and the surrounding area. Various bands and groups are provided for entry level, intermediate and advanced players. The band performs at concerts and at a range of public events. Activities also include rehearsals, open workshops and demonstrations.

## What causes is Amersham Band registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEconomic/community Development/employment

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Amersham Band yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Amersham Band 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)

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Amersham Band a legitimate charity?

Yes. Amersham Band is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1162520) 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 Amersham Band's charity number?

Amersham Band's charity number is 1162520. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1162520?

Search 1162520 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 Amersham Band do?

Amersham Band encourages participation and enjoyment of music played by a modern brass band, The band serves the local community in Chiltern District and the surrounding area. Various bands and groups are provided for entry level, intermediate and advanced players. The band performs at concerts and at a range of public events. Activities also include rehearsals, open workshops and demonstrations.

Does Amersham Band have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Amersham Band. 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 Amersham Band?

Amersham Band's website is http://www.amershamband.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/1162520).