Many thanks, this has been happening daily for several weeks. I used the 0800 number and managed to block it.
BT Text‑to‑Speech Calls: Scam or Simple Service?
Summary — +448456021111
Caller Name: British Telecommunication (BT)
Caller Type: Scam
Location: United Kingdom
Reviews: 344
Carrier: —, Region: —
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Around dusk, dozens of callers reported hearing the same automated voice from +448456021111. The number belongs to BT’s Text‑to‑Speech relay service that converts incoming SMS to an audio message for landlines. Because the service reads the originating number, scammers sometimes hijack it to deliver fake parcel or billing alerts, which explains the frequent “scam” labels. The calls are generally harmless if the message is simply listened to and no keypad input is entered. To avoid annoyance, add the number to a block list, disable BT’s text‑to‑speech feature with your provider, or send a test text to confirm legitimacy. Listen before you act, and never share personal data over the line.
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Recent Reports for 0845 602 1111
Initially, I didn't answer the call, but after the third attempt, I discovered that it was a legitimate reminder about a dentist appointment, and I appreciate that the dentist has my correct contact information, but I wish they had found a more efficient way to deliver the message.
I followed Raven's advice, and it worked perfectly! Many thanks!
I've recieved 7 calls in 3 hours, not answering, someone else suggested calling 08005875252 and choosing option 1 then 5 to stop it, I tryed it and havn't had a call since.
This number is used for text delivery services, which is why it rings continuously. Someone sent a text to my home phone, and it keeps ringing until it connects to deliver the message. My son frequently sends texts to my home number.
This number has been ringing me all day. After contacting BT yesterday about an internet issue, a foreign man said he'd call me today between 4-5 pm. He couldn't explain why I received 8 calls before that time. When I spoke to him again today and asked to stop the calls, the phone rang again within 10 minutes. I've now blocked the number as advised in previous posts. It's very strange that I asked for BT's help but ended up with these nuisance calls all day.
I've now blocked this number
A caller claimed to be from BT, but the provided mobile number ended in 14, which raised suspicions, and I would advise against returning the call.
We received five calls on our landline in one evening from this number, which we chose not to answer after identifying it as 0845. Upon researching the number, we found numerous negative comments. It would be great if this could be banned soon, as many people seem to be disturbed by late-night calls.
I was awoken in the early hours of the morning, at 1:48 am, by a call from this number, which I did not answer.
These people rang me 11 times yesterday and once today, I blocked the number after the first call, I dont have time to talk to probable scammers, I have better things to do.
After receiving 11 calls from this number in a single day, and another the following day, I opted to block the number, as engaging with potential scammers is not a productive use of my time.
This number is associated with the BT text service, indicating someone has sent a text to your landline instead of a mobile. There’s a number you can call to opt out of these texts; I believe it's 0845875252. My phone allows me to opt out directly in the text service settings.
Fortunately, my call blocker phone has been a lifesaver, it dont ring when this number call but it does record all incoming calls, i've had 10 calls on Monday, 8 yesterday and 7 so far today, neighboorhood watch warned me about this number being used by scammers with a premium rate number
A call from this number resulted in a text message being played, which simply stated 'Budapest', leaving me unsure of its purpose or meaning.
It is astonishing that the culprit behind these calls remains unknown, despite multiple complaints to BT and other authorities. Having received four calls since 7am, it is imperative that action is taken to identify and stop the perpetrator, particularly given the requirement to provide details when registering a premium phone number.
This is BT's text to landline service. While it has its uses, it might be exploited for ads or spam.
After conducting research, it appears that this number is associated with BT's text service, and I've received an astonishing 15 calls from them so far today.
At 08:10, a call was received, prompting me to press 1 in response to a text message; the message itself appeared to be unrelated, mentioning a wedding, and I subsequently cancelled the text service to my landline
Generally speeking, recieving calls from this number indicats that someone has sent you a SMS message by mistake, probaly a contact who has dialled the wrong number. You can opt out of this servise by calling 0800 587 5252, or set specifc times when you dont want to recieve messages.
Is this BT? Frequent calling with no clear reason. Received SMS to landline, which is unusual. Are such practices even legal?
You can disable this bt service, its a right nuisance, just ring 08005875252 and choose the bt options
This caller is a persistent nuisance, ringing multiple times throughout the day. I have chosen not to answer their calls.
After blocking a scam on my mobile, they're now targeting my landline.
I received a dubious call from this number, instructing me to log in to a website, but when I tried to end the call, the line remained active, even after I unplugged and replugged my phone, which is a concerning and unusual phenomenon.
Received nine calls within thirty minutes on a Saturday evening—some people have too much free time.
Following multiple calls, including three today, I finally answered to identify the caller, only to be instructed to press 1 after being informed that a message was left, which led to an inaudible mumble from the person on the other end, leaving me concerned about potential costs.
Within a span of 40 minutes, this number has placed five calls, which is excessive and intrusive.
A mysterious text message was received on my landline, but the content was largely incomprehensible, except for a request to call a specific number.
Due to the frequency of these nuisance calls, I usually let my answerphone handle them, but on this occasion, I picked up to find only silence on the other end
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