--- title: "Ballater And District Pipe Band — check charity number SC024340 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ballater And District Pipe Band a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC024340. 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/ballater-and-district-pipe-band retrieved: 2026-08-18T02:03:48.554Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ballater And District Pipe Band is a registered charity (number SC024340) 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. Its latest reported income was £25,654 (year ending 2025-10-26). 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 Ballater And District Pipe Band? Registered charity number SC024340 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Aberdeenshire Latest income (year ending 2025-10-26) £25,654 ## What does Ballater And District Pipe Band do? The charity is to provide funds for the study and practice of pipe music. We provide tutoring in pipes and drums along with all relevant instruments and equipment. ## What causes is Ballater And District Pipe Band registered for? the advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ballater And District Pipe Band yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ballater And District Pipe Band 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=ballater-and-district-pipe-band&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ballater And District Pipe Band a legitimate charity? Yes. Ballater And District Pipe Band is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC024340) 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 Ballater And District Pipe Band's charity number? Ballater And District Pipe Band's charity number is SC024340. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC024340? Search SC024340 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 Ballater And District Pipe Band do? The charity is to provide funds for the study and practice of pipe music. We provide tutoring in pipes and drums along with all relevant instruments and equipment. Does Ballater And District Pipe Band have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ballater And District Pipe Band. 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 Ballater And District Pipe Band? Ballater And District Pipe Band 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=SC024340).