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title: "County Durham Talking Newspaper — check charity number 1159940 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is County Durham Talking Newspaper a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1159940. Disability charity based in Unit 1. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/county-durham-talking-newspaper
retrieved: 2026-08-19T15:44:05.433Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

County Durham Talking Newspaper is a registered charity (number 1159940) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: disability; recreation; other charitable purposes. Its latest reported income was £1,969 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 County Durham Talking Newspaper?

Registered charity number

1159940

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

CIO

Location

Unit 1

Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)

£1,969

Website

[www.cdtn.org.uk](http://www.cdtn.org.uk/)

## What does County Durham Talking Newspaper do?

CDTN provides weekly audio versions of local newspaper content for the visually impaired in County Durham, and, in some cases, neighbouring areas. Listeners sometimes contribute with their recorded stories or audio-book reviews. The service is run solely by volunteers and is completely free.

## What causes is County Durham Talking Newspaper registered for?

DisabilityRecreationOther Charitable Purposes

## Why is there no Clarity Score for County Durham Talking Newspaper yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. County Durham Talking Newspaper 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.
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[Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=county-durham-talking-newspaper&type=claim)
[Visit charity website](http://www.cdtn.org.uk/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is County Durham Talking Newspaper a legitimate charity?

Yes. County Durham Talking Newspaper is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1159940) 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 County Durham Talking Newspaper's charity number?

County Durham Talking Newspaper's charity number is 1159940. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number 1159940?

Search 1159940 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 County Durham Talking Newspaper do?

CDTN provides weekly audio versions of local newspaper content for the visually impaired in County Durham, and, in some cases, neighbouring areas. Listeners sometimes contribute with their recorded stories or audio-book reviews. The service is run solely by volunteers and is completely free.

Does County Durham Talking Newspaper have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for County Durham Talking Newspaper. 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 County Durham Talking Newspaper?

County Durham Talking Newspaper's website is http://www.cdtn.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/1159940).