--- title: "Arbirlot Old Kirk Trust — check charity number SC054039 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Arbirlot Old Kirk Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC054039. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Angus. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/arbirlot-old-kirk-trust retrieved: 2026-08-18T23:23:11.537Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Arbirlot Old Kirk Trust is a registered charity (number SC054039) 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 citizenship or community development; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science; 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 £132,701 (year ending 2026-03-31). 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 Arbirlot Old Kirk Trust? Registered charity number SC054039 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Angus Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31) £132,701 ## What does Arbirlot Old Kirk Trust do? Arbirlot Old Kirk Trust (AOKT) was set up in order to acquire the former Arbirlot Parish Church building and transform it into a multi-purpose space for the benefit of the Arbirlot community consisting of the village of Arbirlot and the surrounding rural area. AOKT’s stated purposes are the advancement of citizenship or community development, the advancement of the arts, heritage and culture, and the provision and organisation of recreational facilities. The building, which was not served by water, was purchased in August 2025. Social and musical events were held for the community from that d… ## What causes is Arbirlot Old Kirk Trust registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe 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 Arbirlot Old Kirk Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Arbirlot Old Kirk 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=arbirlot-old-kirk-trust&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Arbirlot Old Kirk Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Arbirlot Old Kirk Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC054039) 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 Arbirlot Old Kirk Trust's charity number? Arbirlot Old Kirk Trust's charity number is SC054039. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC054039? Search SC054039 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 Arbirlot Old Kirk Trust do? Arbirlot Old Kirk Trust (AOKT) was set up in order to acquire the former Arbirlot Parish Church building and transform it into a multi-purpose space for the benefit of the Arbirlot community consisting of the village of Arbirlot and the surrounding rural area. AOKT’s stated purposes are the advancement of citizenship or community development, the advancement of the arts, heritage and culture, and the provision and organisation of recreational facilities. The building, which was not served by water, was purchased in August 2025. Social and musical events were held for the community from that d… Does Arbirlot Old Kirk Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Arbirlot Old Kirk 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 Arbirlot Old Kirk Trust? Arbirlot Old Kirk Trust 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=SC054039).