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title: "Bolton Choral Union — check charity number 502261 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Bolton Choral Union a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 502261. Education/training charity based in Bolton. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bolton-choral-union
retrieved: 2026-08-18T22:41:18.887Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Bolton Choral Union is a registered charity (number 502261) 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. Its latest reported income was £11,918 (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 Bolton Choral Union?

Registered charity number

502261

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Bolton

Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31)

£11,918

Website

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

## What does Bolton Choral Union do?

The study, advancement,improvement development and maintenance of public education in and appreciation of the art and science of music in all its aspects including through the presentation of public concerts and recitals, paticularly choral works, both classical and modern.

## What causes is Bolton Choral Union registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bolton Choral Union yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bolton Choral Union 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 Bolton Choral Union a legitimate charity?

Yes. Bolton Choral Union is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 502261) 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 Bolton Choral Union's charity number?

Bolton Choral Union's charity number is 502261. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 502261?

Search 502261 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 Bolton Choral Union do?

The study, advancement,improvement development and maintenance of public education in and appreciation of the art and science of music in all its aspects including through the presentation of public concerts and recitals, paticularly choral works, both classical and modern.

Does Bolton Choral Union have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bolton Choral Union. 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 Bolton Choral Union?

Bolton Choral Union's website is http://www.boltonchoral.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/502261).