--- title: "The Association of British Theatre Technicians — check charity number 282069 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Association of British Theatre Technicians a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 282069. Education/training charity based in 22 Charing Cross Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-association-of-british-theatre-technicians retrieved: 2026-08-23T22:11:03.473Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Association of British Theatre Technicians is a registered charity (number 282069) 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 £822,120 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 The Association of British Theatre Technicians? Registered charity number 282069 Status Registered (active) Charity type Charitable company Location 22 Charing Cross Road Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £822,120 Website [www.abtt.org.uk](http://www.abtt.org.uk/) ## What does The Association of British Theatre Technicians do? The association is dependent upon voluntary help in advocating high technical standards for theatres, publications, meetings, conferences, post-entry training, volunteer technical committees, visits, liaison with government and other organisations, research demonstrations, exhibitions, the provision of information and the exchange of ideas and address issues about theatre planning and safety. ## What causes is The Association of British Theatre Technicians registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Association of British Theatre Technicians yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Association of British Theatre Technicians 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=the-association-of-british-theatre-technicians&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.abtt.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Association of British Theatre Technicians a legitimate charity? Yes. The Association of British Theatre Technicians is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 282069) 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 The Association of British Theatre Technicians's charity number? The Association of British Theatre Technicians's charity number is 282069. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 282069? Search 282069 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 Association of British Theatre Technicians do? The association is dependent upon voluntary help in advocating high technical standards for theatres, publications, meetings, conferences, post-entry training, volunteer technical committees, visits, liaison with government and other organisations, research demonstrations, exhibitions, the provision of information and the exchange of ideas and address issues about theatre planning and safety. Does The Association of British Theatre Technicians have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Association of British Theatre Technicians. 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 Association of British Theatre Technicians? The Association of British Theatre Technicians's website is http://www.abtt.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/282069).