--- title: "Cambridge University Musical Society — check charity number 1149534 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Cambridge University Musical Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1149534. Education/training charity based in Cambridge. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/cambridge-university-musical-society retrieved: 2026-08-18T04:05:40.508Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Cambridge University Musical Society is a registered charity (number 1149534) 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; recreation. Its latest reported income was £247,817 (year ending 2024-08-31). 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 Cambridge University Musical Society? Registered charity number 1149534 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Cambridge Latest income (year ending 2024-08-31) £247,817 Website [www.cums.org.uk](http://www.cums.org.uk/) ## What does Cambridge University Musical Society do? CUMS supports a number of musical ensembles composed largely of students at Cambridge University. ## What causes is Cambridge University Musical Society registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceRecreation ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cambridge University Musical Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cambridge University Musical Society 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=cambridge-university-musical-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.cums.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Cambridge University Musical Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Cambridge University Musical Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1149534) 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 Cambridge University Musical Society's charity number? Cambridge University Musical Society's charity number is 1149534. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1149534? Search 1149534 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 Cambridge University Musical Society do? CUMS supports a number of musical ensembles composed largely of students at Cambridge University. Does Cambridge University Musical Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cambridge University Musical Society. 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 Cambridge University Musical Society? Cambridge University Musical Society's website is http://www.cums.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/1149534).