--- title: "Retford Theatre Trust — check charity number 1027044 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Retford Theatre Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1027044. Education/training charity based in Majestic Theatre. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/retford-theatre-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:49:04.729Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Retford Theatre Trust is a registered charity (number 1027044) 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. 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 Retford Theatre Trust? Registered charity number 1027044 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Majestic Theatre ## What does Retford Theatre Trust do? To promote and protect The Majestic Theatre as a theatrical venue, for the benefit of the people of Retford and the surrounding districts without distinction of sex, race, disablement, political/religious beliefs or other opinions. To associate organisations and inhabitants in a common effort to advance education and provide facilities in the interests of social welfare and recreation. ## What causes is Retford Theatre Trust registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Retford Theatre Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Retford Theatre 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=retford-theatre-trust&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Retford Theatre Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Retford Theatre Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1027044) 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 Retford Theatre Trust's charity number? Retford Theatre Trust's charity number is 1027044. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1027044? Search 1027044 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 Retford Theatre Trust do? To promote and protect The Majestic Theatre as a theatrical venue, for the benefit of the people of Retford and the surrounding districts without distinction of sex, race, disablement, political/religious beliefs or other opinions. To associate organisations and inhabitants in a common effort to advance education and provide facilities in the interests of social welfare and recreation. Does Retford Theatre Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Retford Theatre 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 Retford Theatre Trust? Retford Theatre Trust does not list a website in its register entry. Its official Charity Commission entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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/1027044).