--- title: "Chester Festival Chorus — check charity number 1197852 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Chester Festival Chorus a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1197852. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Upton. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/chester-festival-chorus retrieved: 2026-08-18T22:41:46.948Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Chester Festival Chorus is a registered charity (number 1197852) 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 £7,037 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Chester Festival Chorus? Registered charity number 1197852 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Upton Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £7,037 Website [www.chesterfestivalchorus.org.uk](http://www.chesterfestivalchorus.org.uk/) ## What does Chester Festival Chorus do? The choir provides an outlet for those who wish to sing at a high standard in a choir, and also improves their skills. It also provides the benefit of performances of music outside the usual choral repertoire for members of the public to enjoy. It also aims to make this music more accessible by gaining greater insight into the music e.g. via interviews with composers. ## What causes is Chester Festival Chorus registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Chester Festival Chorus yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Chester Festival Chorus 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=chester-festival-chorus&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.chesterfestivalchorus.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Chester Festival Chorus a legitimate charity? Yes. Chester Festival Chorus is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1197852) 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 Chester Festival Chorus's charity number? Chester Festival Chorus's charity number is 1197852. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1197852? Search 1197852 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 Chester Festival Chorus do? The choir provides an outlet for those who wish to sing at a high standard in a choir, and also improves their skills. It also provides the benefit of performances of music outside the usual choral repertoire for members of the public to enjoy. It also aims to make this music more accessible by gaining greater insight into the music e.g. via interviews with composers. Does Chester Festival Chorus have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Chester Festival Chorus. 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 Chester Festival Chorus? Chester Festival Chorus's website is http://www.chesterfestivalchorus.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/1197852).