--- title: "Alford Public Hall Association — check charity number SC023423 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Alford Public Hall Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC023423. the advancement of education charity based in Aberdeenshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/alford-public-hall-association retrieved: 2026-08-18T15:16:26.140Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Alford Public Hall Association is a registered charity (number SC023423) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £8,564 (year ending 2023-12-31). 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 Alford Public Hall Association? Registered charity number SC023423 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Aberdeenshire Latest income (year ending 2023-12-31) £8,564 ## What does Alford Public Hall Association do? The charity runs and maintains the local public hall for community use ## What causes is Alford Public Hall Association registered for? the advancement of educationthe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Alford Public Hall Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Alford Public Hall Association 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=alford-public-hall-association&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Alford Public Hall Association a legitimate charity? Yes. Alford Public Hall Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC023423) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Alford Public Hall Association's charity number? Alford Public Hall Association's charity number is SC023423. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC023423? Search SC023423 on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Alford Public Hall Association do? The charity runs and maintains the local public hall for community use Does Alford Public Hall Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Alford Public Hall Association. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Alford Public Hall Association? Alford Public Hall Association does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, 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://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC023423).