--- title: "Bristol Samba — check charity number 1165208 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bristol Samba a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1165208. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in The Trinity Centre. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bristol-samba retrieved: 2026-08-19T06:15:26.405Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bristol Samba is a registered charity (number 1165208) 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 £28,664 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Bristol Samba? Registered charity number 1165208 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location The Trinity Centre Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £28,664 Website [www.bristolsamba.co.uk](http://www.bristolsamba.co.uk/) ## What does Bristol Samba do? To advance, improve, develop and maintain public education in, and appreciation of, the art and science of music in all its aspects by any means the trustees see fit, including through the presentation of public concerts and recitals ## What causes is Bristol Samba registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bristol Samba yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bristol Samba 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=bristol-samba&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bristolsamba.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bristol Samba a legitimate charity? Yes. Bristol Samba is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1165208) 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 Bristol Samba's charity number? Bristol Samba's charity number is 1165208. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1165208? Search 1165208 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 Bristol Samba do? To advance, improve, develop and maintain public education in, and appreciation of, the art and science of music in all its aspects by any means the trustees see fit, including through the presentation of public concerts and recitals Does Bristol Samba have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bristol Samba. 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 Bristol Samba? Bristol Samba's website is http://www.bristolsamba.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/1165208).