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title: "Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra — check charity number 264670 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 264670. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Basingstoke. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/basingstoke-symphony-orchestra
retrieved: 2026-08-18T07:30:33.907Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra is a registered charity (number 264670) 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 £40,562 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra?

Registered charity number

264670

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Basingstoke

Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31)

£40,562

Website

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

## What does Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra do?

The orchestra comprises mainly amateur players who play to a very high standard. It currently performs three concerts a year in the Anvil Concert Hall, Basingstoke. The concert programmes include mostly popular classical music.

## What causes is Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra registered for?

Arts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Basingstoke Symphony 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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## Frequently asked questions

Is Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra a legitimate charity?

Yes. Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 264670) 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 Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra's charity number?

Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra's charity number is 264670. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 264670?

Search 264670 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 Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra do?

The orchestra comprises mainly amateur players who play to a very high standard. It currently performs three concerts a year in the Anvil Concert Hall, Basingstoke. The concert programmes include mostly popular classical music.

Does Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Basingstoke Symphony 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 Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra?

Basingstoke Symphony Orchestra's website is http://www.bso.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/264670).