--- title: "Kennet Amateur Theatrical Society — check charity number 1148926 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Kennet Amateur Theatrical Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1148926. Education/training charity based in Thatcham. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/kennet-amateur-theatrical-society retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:37:29.885Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Kennet Amateur Theatrical Society is a registered charity (number 1148926) 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 £16,452 (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 Kennet Amateur Theatrical Society? Registered charity number 1148926 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Thatcham Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £16,452 Website [www.kats.org.uk](http://www.kats.org.uk/) ## What does Kennet Amateur Theatrical Society do? KATS is a amateur theatre group located in West Berkshire, formed in 1959, initially as an offshoot of the Kennet School PTA in Thatcham, Berkshire.Although now an independent society many years ago, we are still affiliated to the school and stage many of our productions there.KATS is renowned throughout the Thatcham and Newbury area for our wide range of popular entertainment. ## What causes is Kennet Amateur Theatrical Society registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Kennet Amateur Theatrical Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Kennet Amateur Theatrical 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=kennet-amateur-theatrical-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.kats.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Kennet Amateur Theatrical Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Kennet Amateur Theatrical Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1148926) 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 Kennet Amateur Theatrical Society's charity number? Kennet Amateur Theatrical Society's charity number is 1148926. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1148926? Search 1148926 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 Kennet Amateur Theatrical Society do? KATS is a amateur theatre group located in West Berkshire, formed in 1959, initially as an offshoot of the Kennet School PTA in Thatcham, Berkshire.Although now an independent society many years ago, we are still affiliated to the school and stage many of our productions there.KATS is renowned throughout the Thatcham and Newbury area for our wide range of popular entertainment. Does Kennet Amateur Theatrical Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Kennet Amateur Theatrical 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 Kennet Amateur Theatrical Society? Kennet Amateur Theatrical Society's website is http://www.kats.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/1148926).