--- title: "The Bedford Dramatic Club — check charity number 271950 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Bedford Dramatic Club a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 271950. General Charitable Purposes charity based in Bedford. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-bedford-dramatic-club retrieved: 2026-08-24T02:29:38.073Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Bedford Dramatic Club is a registered charity (number 271950) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: general charitable purposes; education/training; arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £17,062 (year ending 2025-04-30). 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 The Bedford Dramatic Club? Registered charity number 271950 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Bedford Latest income (year ending 2025-04-30) £17,062 Website [www.bedforddramacompany.org.uk](http://www.bedforddramacompany.org.uk/) ## What does The Bedford Dramatic Club do? To promote the advancement and improvement of general education in all aspects of the Art of Drama by presenting, where practicable, no fewer than three full-scale theatrical productions per year, by encouraging the writing and reading of plays, and by arranging periodical courses in drama and the techniques of theatrical production.To develop public appreciation of such art. ## What causes is The Bedford Dramatic Club registered for? General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Bedford Dramatic Club yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Bedford Dramatic Club 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-bedford-dramatic-club&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bedforddramacompany.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Bedford Dramatic Club a legitimate charity? Yes. The Bedford Dramatic Club is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 271950) 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 Bedford Dramatic Club's charity number? The Bedford Dramatic Club's charity number is 271950. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 271950? Search 271950 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 Bedford Dramatic Club do? To promote the advancement and improvement of general education in all aspects of the Art of Drama by presenting, where practicable, no fewer than three full-scale theatrical productions per year, by encouraging the writing and reading of plays, and by arranging periodical courses in drama and the techniques of theatrical production.To develop public appreciation of such art. Does The Bedford Dramatic Club have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Bedford Dramatic Club. 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 Bedford Dramatic Club? The Bedford Dramatic Club's website is http://www.bedforddramacompany.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/271950).