--- title: "Archiestown Village Council — check charity number SC001696 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Archiestown Village Council a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC001696. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Moray. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/archiestown-village-council retrieved: 2026-08-18T23:26:34.737Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Archiestown Village Council is a registered charity (number SC001696) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of citizenship or community development; 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 £21,902 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Archiestown Village Council? Registered charity number SC001696 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Moray Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £21,902 Website [www.archiestown.com](http://www.archiestown.com/) ## What does Archiestown Village Council do? Our purposes, as recorded in our current constitution, are to alleviate poverty and to promote the well being, education and advancement of all residents of Archiestown and District and to foster community spirit. We do this by hosting events throughout the year and also letting the hall to other clubs and individuals to carry out their hobbies. ## What causes is Archiestown Village Council registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe 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 Archiestown Village Council yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Archiestown Village Council 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=archiestown-village-council&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.archiestown.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Archiestown Village Council a legitimate charity? Yes. Archiestown Village Council is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC001696) 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 Archiestown Village Council's charity number? Archiestown Village Council's charity number is SC001696. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC001696? Search SC001696 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 Archiestown Village Council do? Our purposes, as recorded in our current constitution, are to alleviate poverty and to promote the well being, education and advancement of all residents of Archiestown and District and to foster community spirit. We do this by hosting events throughout the year and also letting the hall to other clubs and individuals to carry out their hobbies. Does Archiestown Village Council have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Archiestown Village Council. 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 Archiestown Village Council? Archiestown Village Council's website is http://www.archiestown.com/ — 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=SC001696).