--- title: "Cardiff Cotswold Opera — check charity number 1211808 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Cardiff Cotswold Opera a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1211808. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Unit 3 Smith House. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/cardiff-cotswold-opera retrieved: 2026-08-18T06:37:02.374Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Cardiff Cotswold Opera is a registered charity (number 1211808) 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 £22,651 (year ending 2025-09-01). 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 Cardiff Cotswold Opera? Registered charity number 1211808 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Unit 3 Smith House Latest income (year ending 2025-09-01) £22,651 Website [www.cardiffcotswoldopera.org](https://www.cardiffcotswoldopera.org/) ## What does Cardiff Cotswold Opera do? Presenting high quality opera productions which promote and advance education and encourage awareness and engagement in the arts, including drama, singing and music. We particular operate in the Cotswold region, in local theatres and community venues, and schools, to make opera accessible to a wider audience, offering free or discounted tickets for children, young people and first timers to opera ## What causes is Cardiff Cotswold Opera registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cardiff Cotswold Opera yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cardiff Cotswold Opera 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=cardiff-cotswold-opera&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.cardiffcotswoldopera.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Cardiff Cotswold Opera a legitimate charity? Yes. Cardiff Cotswold Opera is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1211808) 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 Cardiff Cotswold Opera's charity number? Cardiff Cotswold Opera's charity number is 1211808. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1211808? Search 1211808 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 Cardiff Cotswold Opera do? Presenting high quality opera productions which promote and advance education and encourage awareness and engagement in the arts, including drama, singing and music. We particular operate in the Cotswold region, in local theatres and community venues, and schools, to make opera accessible to a wider audience, offering free or discounted tickets for children, young people and first timers to opera Does Cardiff Cotswold Opera have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cardiff Cotswold Opera. 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 Cardiff Cotswold Opera? Cardiff Cotswold Opera's website is https://www.cardiffcotswoldopera.org/ — 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/1211808).