--- title: "Barrahormid Trust — check charity number SC052849 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Barrahormid Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC052849. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Argyll And Bute. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/barrahormid-trust retrieved: 2026-08-18T06:37:07.856Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Barrahormid Trust is a registered charity (number SC052849) 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 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; the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £45,501 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Barrahormid Trust? Registered charity number SC052849 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Argyll And Bute Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £45,501 Website [barrahormidtrust.org](https://barrahormidtrust.org/) ## What does Barrahormid Trust do? The Barrahormid Trust was set up to protect and restore the unique natural habitats on the Barrahormid Estate on the Tayvallich peninsula. These include rare habitats and species such as temperate rainforest, salt-marsh, juniper scrub and marsh frillary butterfly. It is also seeking to repopulate the abandoned settlements on its land and build a new rural community by making these properties available to those in need. ## What causes is Barrahormid Trust registered for? the 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 intendedthe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Barrahormid Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Barrahormid Trust 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=barrahormid-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://barrahormidtrust.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Barrahormid Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Barrahormid Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052849) 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 Barrahormid Trust's charity number? Barrahormid Trust's charity number is SC052849. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC052849? Search SC052849 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 Barrahormid Trust do? The Barrahormid Trust was set up to protect and restore the unique natural habitats on the Barrahormid Estate on the Tayvallich peninsula. These include rare habitats and species such as temperate rainforest, salt-marsh, juniper scrub and marsh frillary butterfly. It is also seeking to repopulate the abandoned settlements on its land and build a new rural community by making these properties available to those in need. Does Barrahormid Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Barrahormid Trust. 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 Barrahormid Trust? Barrahormid Trust's website is https://barrahormidtrust.org/ — 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=SC052849).