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Registered charity · No. 273944Shepherds Lane

Dartford Symphony Orchestra

Dartford Symphony Orchestra is a registered charity in England & Wales working in arts/culture/heritage/science, based in Shepherds Lane.

Quick answer

Dartford Symphony Orchestra is a registered charity (number 273944) 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 £19,415 (year ending 2025-06-30). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available.

Key facts

Registered charity number
273944
Status
Registered (active)
Charity type
Other
Location
Shepherds Lane
Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30)
£19,415

What the charity does

The Symphony was formed in 1946 and provides the opportunity, both as performers and audience, for the people of Dartford and the surrounding area to enjoy music making of a high standard. Based the Mick Jagger Centre, the DSO continues to take music to the rural communities, is involved in music education projects, commissions new works. The DSO runs an annual Dartford Young Musician competition.

Registered causes

Arts/culture/heritage/science

Why there's no Clarity Score yet

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dartford 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dartford Symphony Orchestra a legitimate charity?
Yes. Dartford Symphony Orchestra is a registered charity (number 273944) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register.
What does Dartford Symphony Orchestra do?
The Symphony was formed in 1946 and provides the opportunity, both as performers and audience, for the people of Dartford and the surrounding area to enjoy music making of a high standard. Based the Mick Jagger Centre, the DSO continues to take music to the rural communities, is involved in music education projects, commissions new works. The DSO runs an annual Dartford Young Musician competition.
How can I donate to Dartford Symphony Orchestra?
Dartford Symphony Orchestra's website is http://www.dartfordsymphonyorchestra.com — 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 2026-07-18, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.