--- title: "Bench Theatre — check charity number 291935 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bench Theatre a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 291935. Education/training charity based in 56 East Street. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bench-theatre retrieved: 2026-08-18T13:52:39.720Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bench Theatre is a registered charity (number 291935) 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 £37,817 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Bench Theatre? Registered charity number 291935 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location 56 East Street Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £37,817 Website [www.benchtheatre.org.uk](http://www.benchtheatre.org.uk/) ## What does Bench Theatre do? Plan, rehearse and stage dramatic plays in a variety of locations available to a diverse audience. ## What causes is Bench Theatre registered for? Education/trainingArts/culture/heritage/science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bench Theatre yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bench Theatre 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=bench-theatre&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.benchtheatre.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bench Theatre a legitimate charity? Yes. Bench Theatre is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 291935) 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 Bench Theatre's charity number? Bench Theatre's charity number is 291935. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 291935? Search 291935 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 Bench Theatre do? Plan, rehearse and stage dramatic plays in a variety of locations available to a diverse audience. Does Bench Theatre have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bench Theatre. 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 Bench Theatre? Bench Theatre's website is http://www.benchtheatre.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/291935).