Is Association of Blind Piano Tuners a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Association of Blind Piano Tuners as a registered charity (number 294885) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Association of Blind Piano Tuners's charity number?

Association of Blind Piano Tuners's charity number is 294885. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 294885?

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Does Association of Blind Piano Tuners have reviews and complaints?

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How can I donate to Association of Blind Piano Tuners?

Association of Blind Piano Tuners's website listed in our register data is http://www.piano-tuners.org. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.

When was Association of Blind Piano Tuners registered as a charity?

Association of Blind Piano Tuners was entered on the register on 11 November 1986. It is also a company registered at Companies House (company number 00685545).

Registered charity · No. 294885

Association of Blind Piano Tuners

Independent profile · Charity Commission for England and Wales data

Association of Blind Piano Tuners is a registered charity in England & Wales. Its register classifications include general charitable purposes, education/training, disability.

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What are the key facts about Association of Blind Piano Tuners?

Reported income · year ending 2025-12-31: £3,600
Reported spending · year ending 2025-12-31: £5,687
Registered charity number: 294885
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Other
Register contact address detail (not service area): Darwen
Registered for Gift Aid (HMRC): Not recorded
Website: www.piano-tuners.org

Quick answer

Association of Blind Piano Tuners (number 294885) is listed as registered in the Charity Commission snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Association of Blind Piano Tuners do?

We offer ongoing training and support to piano tuners who wish to acquire extra levels of ability. This is open to all VI, even if they are not yet members of the Association.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Association of Blind Piano Tuners

Answers Association of Blind Piano Tuners gave in its annual return to the Charity Commission, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Can I claim Gift Aid, and are the trustees paid?

The register does not record Association of Blind Piano Tuners as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 11 November 1986
Company number: 00685545 (Companies House)
Where it says it operates: Throughout England and Wales

Who it supports and how it works

Reported beneficiaries: People With Disabilities; The General Public/mankind.

Reported activities: Provides Human Resources; Provides Advocacy/advice/information; Acts As An Umbrella Or Resource Body.

Classifications supplied to the register; extract 2026-10-04. These broad categories do not establish eligibility or current capacity. Use the official contact details to ask about access, referrals and service area.

What causes is Association of Blind Piano Tuners registered for?

General Charitable PurposesEducation/trainingDisability

Why is there no Clarity Score for Association of Blind Piano Tuners yet?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Association of Blind Piano Tuners a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Association of Blind Piano Tuners as a registered charity (number 294885) with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Association of Blind Piano Tuners's charity number?: Association of Blind Piano Tuners's charity number is 294885. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number 294885?: Search 294885 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 Association of Blind Piano Tuners do?: We offer ongoing training and support to piano tuners who wish to acquire extra levels of ability. This is open to all VI, even if they are not yet members of the Association.
Does Association of Blind Piano Tuners have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Association of Blind Piano Tuners. 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 Association of Blind Piano Tuners?: Association of Blind Piano Tuners's website listed in our register data is http://www.piano-tuners.org. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
Can I claim Gift Aid on a donation to Association of Blind Piano Tuners?: The register does not record Association of Blind Piano Tuners as registered with HMRC for Gift Aid. Ask the charity before assuming a donation can be Gift Aided.
When was Association of Blind Piano Tuners registered as a charity?: Association of Blind Piano Tuners was entered on the register on 11 November 1986. It is also a company registered at Companies House (company number 00685545).

Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.