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title: "Chichester Symphony Orchestra — check charity number 1037051 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Chichester Symphony Orchestra a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1037051. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Durrington Hill. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/chichester-symphony-orchestra
retrieved: 2026-08-18T23:22:08.159Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Chichester Symphony Orchestra is a registered charity (number 1037051) 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 £23,848 (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 Chichester Symphony Orchestra?

Registered charity number

1037051

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Durrington Hill

Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31)

£23,848

Website

[www.chichesterso.co.uk](http://www.chichesterso.co.uk/)

## What does Chichester Symphony Orchestra do?

The Chichester Symphony Orchestra usually performs 3 concerts a year, one in Spring, the Festivities concert in July, and another late autumn/winter concert. The orchestra has also collaborated with other local musical societies including the St Richard Singers and The Chichester Amateur Operatic Society.

## What causes is Chichester Symphony Orchestra registered for?

Arts/culture/heritage/science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Chichester Symphony Orchestra yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Chichester Symphony Orchestra 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 Chichester Symphony Orchestra a legitimate charity?

Yes. Chichester Symphony Orchestra is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1037051) 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 Chichester Symphony Orchestra's charity number?

Chichester Symphony Orchestra's charity number is 1037051. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1037051?

Search 1037051 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 Chichester Symphony Orchestra do?

The Chichester Symphony Orchestra usually performs 3 concerts a year, one in Spring, the Festivities concert in July, and another late autumn/winter concert. The orchestra has also collaborated with other local musical societies including the St Richard Singers and The Chichester Amateur Operatic Society.

Does Chichester Symphony Orchestra have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Chichester Symphony Orchestra. 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 Chichester Symphony Orchestra?

Chichester Symphony Orchestra's website is http://www.chichesterso.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/1037051).