--- title: "Colchester Chamber Choir — check charity number 1149515 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Colchester Chamber Choir a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1149515. Education/training charity based in Wivenhoe. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/colchester-chamber-choir retrieved: 2026-08-19T11:06:13.815Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Colchester Chamber Choir is a registered charity (number 1149515) 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 £15,392 (year ending 2025-10-31). 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 Colchester Chamber Choir? Registered charity number 1149515 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Wivenhoe Latest income (year ending 2025-10-31) £15,392 Website [www.colchesterchamberchoir.org](http://www.colchesterchamberchoir.org/) ## What does Colchester Chamber Choir do? The Choir was formed in October 2009. and consists of about 30 experienced singers who rehearse intensively in the 6 weeks leading up to performances. Roderick Earle the director often selects the more challenging and less well-known repertoire. Tuition is given to student members and the choir assists with fund-raising for other charities by taking part in local festivals and fund-raising events ## What causes is Colchester Chamber Choir registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Colchester Chamber Choir yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Colchester Chamber Choir 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=colchester-chamber-choir&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.colchesterchamberchoir.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Colchester Chamber Choir a legitimate charity? Yes. Colchester Chamber Choir is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1149515) 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 Colchester Chamber Choir's charity number? Colchester Chamber Choir's charity number is 1149515. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1149515? Search 1149515 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 Colchester Chamber Choir do? The Choir was formed in October 2009. and consists of about 30 experienced singers who rehearse intensively in the 6 weeks leading up to performances. Roderick Earle the director often selects the more challenging and less well-known repertoire. Tuition is given to student members and the choir assists with fund-raising for other charities by taking part in local festivals and fund-raising events Does Colchester Chamber Choir have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Colchester Chamber Choir. 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 Colchester Chamber Choir? Colchester Chamber Choir's website is http://www.colchesterchamberchoir.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/1149515).