--- title: "Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust — check charity number SC044097 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC044097. the advancement of education charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/amphibian-and-reptile-conservation-trust-sc retrieved: 2026-08-18T19:07:54.130Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust is a registered charity (number SC044097) 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 advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science; the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £2,353,025 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust? Registered charity number SC044097 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £2,353,025 Website [www.arc-trust.org](http://www.arc-trust.org/) ## What does Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust do? 3.1 To promote and advance (directly or indirectly) the conservation and welfare of amphibians and reptiles, their habitats and the wider environment on which they depend. 3.2 To establish and maintain amphibian and reptile nature reserves and to undertake habitat management, reclamation, remediation and restoration and to promote the study of and appreciation of sustainable practices in such nature reserves and elsewhere. 3.3 To execute, promote, support and publish research relevant to species and habitat conservation pertinent to amphibians and reptiles. 3.4 To advance the education and aw… ## What causes is Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust 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=amphibian-and-reptile-conservation-trust-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.arc-trust.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC044097) 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 Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust's charity number? Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust's charity number is SC044097. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC044097? Search SC044097 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 Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust do? 3.1 To promote and advance (directly or indirectly) the conservation and welfare of amphibians and reptiles, their habitats and the wider environment on which they depend. 3.2 To establish and maintain amphibian and reptile nature reserves and to undertake habitat management, reclamation, remediation and restoration and to promote the study of and appreciation of sustainable practices in such nature reserves and elsewhere. 3.3 To execute, promote, support and publish research relevant to species and habitat conservation pertinent to amphibians and reptiles. 3.4 To advance the education and aw… Does Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust. 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 Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust? Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Trust's website is http://www.arc-trust.org — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on 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=SC044097).