--- title: "The Magistrates Association — check charity number 216066 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Magistrates Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 216066. Education/training charity based in 199 Southwark Bridge Road. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-magistrates-association retrieved: 2026-08-26T21:06:25.229Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Magistrates Association is a registered charity (number 216066) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. Its latest reported income was £692,757 (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 The Magistrates Association? Registered charity number 216066 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location 199 Southwark Bridge Road Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £692,757 Website [www.magistrates-association.org.uk](http://www.magistrates-association.org.uk/) ## What does The Magistrates Association do? Promoting awareness of magistrates/the magistrates' courts serviceDeveloping guidance/protocols to improve the delivery of justice in Magistrates' courtsProviding information/advice to magistratesConsulting magistrates/responding to proposals which affect the delivery of justiceEducating the public through community-based presentations, publications and events ## What causes is The Magistrates Association registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Magistrates Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Magistrates Association 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-magistrates-association&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.magistrates-association.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Magistrates Association a legitimate charity? Yes. The Magistrates Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 216066) 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 Magistrates Association's charity number? The Magistrates Association's charity number is 216066. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 216066? Search 216066 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 Magistrates Association do? Promoting awareness of magistrates/the magistrates' courts serviceDeveloping guidance/protocols to improve the delivery of justice in Magistrates' courtsProviding information/advice to magistratesConsulting magistrates/responding to proposals which affect the delivery of justiceEducating the public through community-based presentations, publications and events Does The Magistrates Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Magistrates Association. 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 Magistrates Association? The Magistrates Association's website is http://www.magistrates-association.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/216066).