Is Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh as a registered charity (number SC022968) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh's charity number?

Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh's charity number is SC022968. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC022968?

Search SC022968 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.

Does Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh. 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 Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh?

Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh's website listed in our register data is http://www.astronomyedinburgh.org. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.

When was Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh registered as a charity?

Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh was entered on the register on 15 February 1977.

Registered charity · No. SC022968Unincorporated association

Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh

Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data

Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of education, the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science.

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What are the key facts about Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh?

Reported income · year ending 2025-12-31: £117,943
Reported spending · year ending 2025-12-31: £15,338
Registered charity number: SC022968
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Unincorporated association
Register contact address detail (not service area): City of Edinburgh
Website: www.astronomyedinburgh.org

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Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh (number SC022968) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh do?

The Astronomical Society of Edinburgh is setup to advance the education of the public about the science of astronomy and to promote astronomical research chiefly in the area of the City of Edinburgh and the Lothians. The Society achieves this by: (a) circulating and publicising information on astronomical matters by the publication of articles, books, online web-site, social media, etc. (b) encouraging astronomical study and observation (c) increasing popular interest in astronomy through regular public meetings at our venue and also online.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh

Answers Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 December 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 15 February 1977
Where it says it operates: City of Edinburgh

What causes is Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science

Why is there no Clarity Score for Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

What should you check before donating to Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh as a registered charity (number SC022968) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh's charity number?: Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh's charity number is SC022968. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC022968?: Search SC022968 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 Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh do?: The Astronomical Society of Edinburgh is setup to advance the education of the public about the science of astronomy and to promote astronomical research chiefly in the area of the City of Edinburgh and the Lothians. The Society achieves this by: (a) circulating and publicising information on astronomical matters by the publication of articles, books, online web-site, social media, etc. (b) encouraging astronomical study and observation (c) increasing popular interest in astronomy through regular public meetings at our venue and also online.
Does Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh. 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 Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh?: Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh's website listed in our register data is http://www.astronomyedinburgh.org. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
When was Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh registered as a charity?: Astronomical Society Of Edinburgh was entered on the register on 15 February 1977.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.