--- title: "National Traction Engine Trust — check charity number 291578 | CharityCompare" description: "Is National Traction Engine Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 291578. Education/training charity based in Upper Vobster. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/national-traction-engine-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:17:49.483Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer National Traction Engine Trust is a registered charity (number 291578) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training; amateur sport; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £104,705 (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 National Traction Engine Trust? Registered charity number 291578 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location Upper Vobster Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £104,705 Website [www.ntet.co.uk](http://www.ntet.co.uk/) ## What does National Traction Engine Trust do? To encourage and promote public interest in the preservation of historical steam powered road vehicles, fairground and agricultural equipment and to promote safe operation, maintenance, repair and exhibition of such equipment by organising training programmes, publication of books and codes of practice and by supporting skills development programmes for youngsters and adults. ## What causes is National Traction Engine Trust registered for? Education/trainingAmateur SportEnvironment/conservation/heritage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for National Traction Engine Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. National Traction Engine Trust 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=national-traction-engine-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ntet.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is National Traction Engine Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. National Traction Engine Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 291578) 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 National Traction Engine Trust's charity number? National Traction Engine Trust's charity number is 291578. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 291578? Search 291578 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 National Traction Engine Trust do? To encourage and promote public interest in the preservation of historical steam powered road vehicles, fairground and agricultural equipment and to promote safe operation, maintenance, repair and exhibition of such equipment by organising training programmes, publication of books and codes of practice and by supporting skills development programmes for youngsters and adults. Does National Traction Engine Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for National Traction Engine Trust. 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 National Traction Engine Trust? National Traction Engine Trust's website is http://www.ntet.co.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/291578).