Is The Big Fish Band a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists The Big Fish Band as a registered charity (number 1124298) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is The Big Fish Band's charity number?

The Big Fish Band's charity number is 1124298. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1124298?

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Does The Big Fish Band have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Big Fish Band. 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 The Big Fish Band?

The Big Fish Band's website listed in our register data is http://bigfisharts.wordpress.com/. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.

What was The Big Fish Band previously called?

The register lists these previous names for The Big Fish Band: Sheppey Big Fish Theatre Trust LTD; The Big Fish Band ltd.

When was The Big Fish Band registered as a charity?

The Big Fish Band was entered on the register on 2 June 2008.

Registered charity · No. 1124298CIO

The Big Fish Band

Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data

The Big Fish Band is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include education/training, arts/culture/heritage/science.

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What are the key facts about The Big Fish Band?

Reported income · year ending 2025-03-31: £2,502
Reported spending · year ending 2025-03-31: £3,954
Registered charity number: 1124298
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: CIO
Register contact address detail (not service area): Sheerness
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Not recorded
Website: bigfisharts.wordpress.com

Quick answer

The Big Fish Band (number 1124298) is listed as registered in the Charity Commission snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does The Big Fish Band do?

The Big Fish Band (AKA Big Fish Arts Trust)is a volunteer run community group creating Arts and Heritage Events including Street theatre, Historic Research, Street band, drama & costume workshops, dramatised walks and plays based on local Historic events, Community opera, plays and films. We run Heritage Festivals, Lantern Parades and take part in Carnivals and festivals.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for The Big Fish Band

Answers The Big Fish Band gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Can I claim Gift Aid, and are the trustees paid?

The register does not record The Big Fish Band as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 2 June 2008
Also known as: Big Fish Arts
Previous names on the register: Sheppey Big Fish Theatre Trust LTD; The Big Fish Band ltd
Where it says it operates: Kent

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: Children/young People; Elderly/old People; People With Disabilities; Other Charities Or Voluntary Bodies; The General Public/mankind.

Reported activities: Provides Human Resources; Acts As An Umbrella Or Resource Body.

Classifications supplied to the register; extract 2026-10-04. These broad categories do not establish eligibility or current capacity. Use the official contact details to ask about access, referrals and service area.

What causes is The Big Fish Band registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science

Why is there no Clarity Score for The Big Fish Band yet?

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Big Fish Band a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists The Big Fish Band as a registered charity (number 1124298) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is The Big Fish Band's charity number?: The Big Fish Band's charity number is 1124298. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 1124298?: Search 1124298 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 The Big Fish Band do?: The Big Fish Band (AKA Big Fish Arts Trust)is a volunteer run community group creating Arts and Heritage Events including Street theatre, Historic Research, Street band, drama & costume workshops, dramatised walks and plays based on local Historic events, Community opera, plays and films. We run Heritage Festivals, Lantern Parades and take part in Carnivals and festivals.
Does The Big Fish Band have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Big Fish Band. 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 The Big Fish Band?: The Big Fish Band's website listed in our register data is http://bigfisharts.wordpress.com/. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to The Big Fish Band?: The register does not record The Big Fish Band as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.
What was The Big Fish Band previously called?: The register lists these previous names for The Big Fish Band: Sheppey Big Fish Theatre Trust LTD; The Big Fish Band ltd.
When was The Big Fish Band registered as a charity?: The Big Fish Band was entered on the register on 2 June 2008.

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.