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title: "Cambridge Wind Band — check charity number 1161189 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Cambridge Wind Band a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1161189. Education/training charity based in Balsham. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/cambridge-wind-band
retrieved: 2026-08-18T04:02:30.687Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Cambridge Wind Band is a registered charity (number 1161189) 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 £19,060 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Wind Band?

Registered charity number

1161189

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Balsham

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£19,060

Website

[www.camwindband.com](http://www.camwindband.com/)

## What does Cambridge Wind Band do?

The objects of the society shall be: 1. 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 Cambridge Wind Band registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cambridge Wind Band yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cambridge Wind 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 Cambridge Wind Band a legitimate charity?

Yes. Cambridge Wind Band is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1161189) 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 Wind Band's charity number?

Cambridge Wind Band's charity number is 1161189. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1161189?

Search 1161189 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 Wind Band do?

The objects of the society shall be: 1. 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 Cambridge Wind Band have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cambridge Wind 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 Cambridge Wind Band?

Cambridge Wind Band's website is http://www.camwindband.com/ — 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/1161189).