--- title: "Ardent Theatre Company — check charity number 1161320 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ardent Theatre Company a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1161320. Arts/culture/heritage/science charity based in Cavesson House. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ardent-theatre-company retrieved: 2026-08-19T00:01:50.420Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ardent Theatre Company is a registered charity (number 1161320) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: arts/culture/heritage/science. Its latest reported income was £141,789 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Ardent Theatre Company? Registered charity number 1161320 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO Location Cavesson House Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £141,789 Website [www.ardenttheatre.co.uk](http://www.ardenttheatre.co.uk/) ## What does Ardent Theatre Company do? We are committed to producing theatre that speaks about the world we live in; both newly commissioned writing and established text with a contemporary relevance. We also support the careers of recently trained artists, from outside London, to address some of the barriers that prevent them entering the industry. ## What causes is Ardent Theatre Company registered for? Arts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ardent Theatre Company yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ardent Theatre Company 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=ardent-theatre-company&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ardenttheatre.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ardent Theatre Company a legitimate charity? Yes. Ardent Theatre Company is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1161320) 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 Ardent Theatre Company's charity number? Ardent Theatre Company's charity number is 1161320. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1161320? Search 1161320 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 Ardent Theatre Company do? We are committed to producing theatre that speaks about the world we live in; both newly commissioned writing and established text with a contemporary relevance. We also support the careers of recently trained artists, from outside London, to address some of the barriers that prevent them entering the industry. Does Ardent Theatre Company have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ardent Theatre Company. 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 Ardent Theatre Company? Ardent Theatre Company's website is http://www.ardenttheatre.co.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/1161320).