--- title: "Chingford Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society — check charity number 1199238 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Chingford Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1199238. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in London. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/chingford-amateur-dramatic-and-operatic-society retrieved: 2026-08-19T00:42:57.761Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Chingford Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society is a registered charity (number 1199238) 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; recreation. Its latest reported income was £80,855 (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 Chingford Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society? Registered charity number 1199238 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location London Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £80,855 Website [www.cados.org](http://www.cados.org/) ## What does Chingford Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society do? To educate the public in the dramatic and operatic arts, to further the development of public appreciation and taste in the said arts. Chingford Amateur Dramatic & Operatic Society is an amateur dramatic group based in Mornington Hall, Chingford, E4 where we rehearse and perform. Mornington Hall is a community hall run by the group and used by other local groups for both adults and children. ## What causes is Chingford Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/scienceRecreation ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Chingford Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Chingford Amateur Dramatic and Operatic 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=chingford-amateur-dramatic-and-operatic-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.cados.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Chingford Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Chingford Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1199238) 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 Chingford Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society's charity number? Chingford Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society's charity number is 1199238. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1199238? Search 1199238 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 Chingford Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society do? To educate the public in the dramatic and operatic arts, to further the development of public appreciation and taste in the said arts. Chingford Amateur Dramatic & Operatic Society is an amateur dramatic group based in Mornington Hall, Chingford, E4 where we rehearse and perform. Mornington Hall is a community hall run by the group and used by other local groups for both adults and children. Does Chingford Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Chingford Amateur Dramatic and Operatic 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 Chingford Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society? Chingford Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society's website is http://www.cados.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/1199238).