--- title: "City of Peterborough Symphony Orchestra — check charity number 1049573 | CharityCompare" description: "Is City of Peterborough Symphony Orchestra a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1049573. Education/training charity based in Aldwincle. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/city-of-peterborough-symphony-orchestra retrieved: 2026-08-19T07:59:44.926Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer City of Peterborough Symphony Orchestra is a registered charity (number 1049573) 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 £17,132 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 City of Peterborough Symphony Orchestra? Registered charity number 1049573 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Aldwincle Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £17,132 Website [www.cpso.org.uk](http://www.cpso.org.uk/) ## What does City of Peterborough Symphony Orchestra do? The orchestra is established to promote, improve, develop and maintain public education in and appreciation of the art and science of orchestral music in all its aspects by the presentation of public concerts. We generally perform 3 concerts per year at various venues round and about Peterborough, either on our own or in partnership with other musical societies. ## What causes is City of Peterborough Symphony Orchestra registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for City of Peterborough Symphony Orchestra yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. City of Peterborough 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? 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=city-of-peterborough-symphony-orchestra&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.cpso.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is City of Peterborough Symphony Orchestra a legitimate charity? Yes. City of Peterborough Symphony Orchestra is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1049573) 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 City of Peterborough Symphony Orchestra's charity number? City of Peterborough Symphony Orchestra's charity number is 1049573. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1049573? Search 1049573 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 City of Peterborough Symphony Orchestra do? The orchestra is established to promote, improve, develop and maintain public education in and appreciation of the art and science of orchestral music in all its aspects by the presentation of public concerts. We generally perform 3 concerts per year at various venues round and about Peterborough, either on our own or in partnership with other musical societies. Does City of Peterborough Symphony Orchestra have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for City of Peterborough 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 City of Peterborough Symphony Orchestra? City of Peterborough Symphony Orchestra's website is http://www.cpso.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/1049573).