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title: "Teesside Astronomical Science Centre — check charity number 1156793 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Teesside Astronomical Science Centre a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1156793. Education/training charity based in Billingham. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/teesside-astronomical-science-centre
retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:24:33.279Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Teesside Astronomical Science Centre is a registered charity (number 1156793) 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; environment/conservation/heritage. Its latest reported income was £9,037 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Teesside Astronomical Science Centre?

Registered charity number

1156793

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Billingham

Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30)

£9,037

Website

[www.teesside-astronomy.org.uk](http://www.teesside-astronomy.org.uk/)

## What does Teesside Astronomical Science Centre do?

To advance the education of the public in the science of astronomy and allied sciences by the provision of a Planetarium and Observatory in Stockton on Tees

## What causes is Teesside Astronomical Science Centre registered for?

Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/scienceEnvironment/conservation/heritage

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Teesside Astronomical Science Centre yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Teesside Astronomical Science Centre 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.
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## Frequently asked questions

Is Teesside Astronomical Science Centre a legitimate charity?

Yes. Teesside Astronomical Science Centre is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1156793) 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 Teesside Astronomical Science Centre's charity number?

Teesside Astronomical Science Centre's charity number is 1156793. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1156793?

Search 1156793 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 Teesside Astronomical Science Centre do?

To advance the education of the public in the science of astronomy and allied sciences by the provision of a Planetarium and Observatory in Stockton on Tees

Does Teesside Astronomical Science Centre have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Teesside Astronomical Science Centre. 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 Teesside Astronomical Science Centre?

Teesside Astronomical Science Centre's website is http://www.teesside-astronomy.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/1156793).