--- title: "Avcr — check charity number SC051076 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Avcr a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC051076. 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/avcr retrieved: 2026-08-19T06:15:15.094Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Avcr is a registered charity (number SC051076) 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 citizenship or community development; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £97,876 (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 Avcr? Registered charity number SC051076 Status Registered (active) Charity type Community Benefit Society Location Aberdeenshire Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31) £97,876 ## What does Avcr do? The objects of the society shall be to carry on business for the benefit of the community at large, through furthering, within the Alford Valley in Aberdeenshire (which comprises the postcodes AB33) (“the Community”), the following charitable purposes:2.1 The advancement of community development (including rural regeneration).2.2 To restore, preserve and operate railway locomotives, carriages, wagons, vehicles & other artefacts of historical interest and the structures connected therewith for the benefit and education of the public. But only to the extent that the above purposes are consisten… ## What causes is Avcr registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Avcr yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Avcr 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=avcr&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Avcr a legitimate charity? Yes. Avcr is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC051076) 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 Avcr's charity number? Avcr's charity number is SC051076. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC051076? Search SC051076 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 Avcr do? The objects of the society shall be to carry on business for the benefit of the community at large, through furthering, within the Alford Valley in Aberdeenshire (which comprises the postcodes AB33) (“the Community”), the following charitable purposes:2.1 The advancement of community development (including rural regeneration).2.2 To restore, preserve and operate railway locomotives, carriages, wagons, vehicles & other artefacts of historical interest and the structures connected therewith for the benefit and education of the public. But only to the extent that the above purposes are consisten… Does Avcr have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Avcr. 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 Avcr? Avcr 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=SC051076).