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title: "Bd1 Brass Band — check charity number 1020423 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Bd1 Brass Band a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1020423. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Idle. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bd1-brass-band
retrieved: 2026-08-18T09:16:34.021Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Bd1 Brass Band is a registered charity (number 1020423) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £20,892 (year ending 2025-04-30). 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 Bd1 Brass Band?

Registered charity number

1020423

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Idle

Latest income (year ending 2025-04-30)

£20,892

Website

[www.bradfordbrass.co.uk](https://www.bradfordbrass.co.uk/)

## What does Bd1 Brass Band do?

To educate the public in the art and science of music, with particular reference to music as presented by brass bands, by means of concert and other activities.To advance the musical education of young people by providing them with suitable opportunities to learn to play brass instruments.

## What causes is Bd1 Brass Band registered for?

General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bd1 Brass Band yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bd1 Brass 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)

## Is this your charity?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Bd1 Brass Band a legitimate charity?

Yes. Bd1 Brass Band is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1020423) 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 Bd1 Brass Band's charity number?

Bd1 Brass Band's charity number is 1020423. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1020423?

Search 1020423 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 Bd1 Brass Band do?

To educate the public in the art and science of music, with particular reference to music as presented by brass bands, by means of concert and other activities.To advance the musical education of young people by providing them with suitable opportunities to learn to play brass instruments.

Does Bd1 Brass Band have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bd1 Brass 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 Bd1 Brass Band?

Bd1 Brass Band's website is https://www.bradfordbrass.co.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/1020423).