--- title: "Barbaros Ensemble — check charity number 1177956 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Barbaros Ensemble a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1177956. Arts/culture/heritage/science 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/barbaros-ensemble retrieved: 2026-08-18T05:18:38.338Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Barbaros Ensemble is a registered charity (number 1177956) 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 £3,651 (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 Barbaros Ensemble? Registered charity number 1177956 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location London Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £3,651 Website [www.barbarosensemble.org](http://www.barbarosensemble.org/) ## What does Barbaros Ensemble do? Theatrical performances and research, carried out by our resident ensemble, at our base in rural France and on tour throughout UK and Europe. ## What causes is Barbaros Ensemble registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Barbaros Ensemble yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Barbaros Ensemble 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=barbaros-ensemble&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.barbarosensemble.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Barbaros Ensemble a legitimate charity? Yes. Barbaros Ensemble is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1177956) 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 Barbaros Ensemble's charity number? Barbaros Ensemble's charity number is 1177956. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1177956? Search 1177956 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 Barbaros Ensemble do? Theatrical performances and research, carried out by our resident ensemble, at our base in rural France and on tour throughout UK and Europe. Does Barbaros Ensemble have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Barbaros Ensemble. 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 Barbaros Ensemble? Barbaros Ensemble's website is http://www.barbarosensemble.org — 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/1177956).