--- title: "Barr Community SCIO — check charity number SC049703 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Barr Community SCIO a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC049703. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in South Ayrshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/barr-community-scio retrieved: 2026-08-18T06:36:51.508Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Barr Community SCIO is a registered charity (number SC049703) 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 £40,427 (year ending 2025-11-30). 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 Barr Community SCIO? Registered charity number SC049703 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location South Ayrshire Latest income (year ending 2025-11-30) £40,427 Website [www.barrvillage.co.uk](http://www.barrvillage.co.uk/) ## What does Barr Community SCIO do? Barr Community SCIO exists to benefit people who live or work within the geographical boundaries of the former Barr Parish Council area and/ or within the geographical boundaries of the Barr Community Council area (the “Community”), to protect the Barr Community Hall as an asset at the heart of the rural community, and to establish a viable and sustainable community facility for all ages and abilities in the Community. In pursuance of these aims, the SCIO is taking steps to acquire ownership the Barr Community Hall and Grounds from South Ayrshire Council through a Community Asset Transfer.… ## What causes is Barr Community SCIO 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 Barr Community SCIO yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Barr Community SCIO 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=barr-community-scio&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.barrvillage.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Barr Community SCIO a legitimate charity? Yes. Barr Community SCIO is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC049703) 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 Barr Community SCIO's charity number? Barr Community SCIO's charity number is SC049703. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC049703? Search SC049703 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 Barr Community SCIO do? Barr Community SCIO exists to benefit people who live or work within the geographical boundaries of the former Barr Parish Council area and/ or within the geographical boundaries of the Barr Community Council area (the “Community”), to protect the Barr Community Hall as an asset at the heart of the rural community, and to establish a viable and sustainable community facility for all ages and abilities in the Community. In pursuance of these aims, the SCIO is taking steps to acquire ownership the Barr Community Hall and Grounds from South Ayrshire Council through a Community Asset Transfer.… Does Barr Community SCIO have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Barr Community SCIO. 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 Barr Community SCIO? Barr Community SCIO's website is http://www.barrvillage.co.uk — 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=SC049703).