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title: "Barnsley Brass — check charity number 1191261 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Barnsley Brass a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1191261. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Kippax. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/barnsley-brass
retrieved: 2026-08-18T09:14:45.771Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Barnsley Brass is a registered charity (number 1191261) 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 £10,158 (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 Barnsley Brass?

Registered charity number

1191261

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Kippax

Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31)

£10,158

Website

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

## What does Barnsley Brass do?

Barnsley Brass is a traditional British brass band with a mining heritage based in Worsbrough Bridge near Barnsley. We operate predominantly in the Yorkshire area.We hold rehearsals twice a week, perform concerts and participate in competitions. All performances offer the general public the chance to advance their education in, and appreciation of, the art of music.

## What causes is Barnsley Brass registered for?

Arts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Barnsley Brass yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Barnsley Brass 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 Barnsley Brass a legitimate charity?

Yes. Barnsley Brass is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1191261) 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 Barnsley Brass's charity number?

Barnsley Brass's charity number is 1191261. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1191261?

Search 1191261 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 Barnsley Brass do?

Barnsley Brass is a traditional British brass band with a mining heritage based in Worsbrough Bridge near Barnsley. We operate predominantly in the Yorkshire area.We hold rehearsals twice a week, perform concerts and participate in competitions. All performances offer the general public the chance to advance their education in, and appreciation of, the art of music.

Does Barnsley Brass have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Barnsley Brass. 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 Barnsley Brass?

Barnsley Brass's website is http://www.barnsleybrass.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/1191261).