--- title: "Bathgate Band — check charity number SC054432 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bathgate Band a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC054432. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in West Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bathgate-band-2 retrieved: 2026-08-18T08:22:39.335Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bathgate Band is a registered charity (number SC054432) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science. 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 Bathgate Band? Registered charity number SC054432 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location West Lothian Website [www.bathgateband.org.uk](https://www.bathgateband.org.uk/) ## What does Bathgate Band do? 4 The Organisation has been formed to benefit the community of Bathgate and the wider West Lothian area (the “Community”), with the following purposes (the “Purposes”): 4.1 The advancement of the arts, heritage, and culture. ## What causes is Bathgate Band registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bathgate Band yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bathgate 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=bathgate-band-2&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.bathgateband.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bathgate Band a legitimate charity? Yes. Bathgate Band is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC054432) 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 Bathgate Band's charity number? Bathgate Band's charity number is SC054432. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC054432? Search SC054432 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 Bathgate Band do? 4 The Organisation has been formed to benefit the community of Bathgate and the wider West Lothian area (the “Community”), with the following purposes (the “Purposes”): 4.1 The advancement of the arts, heritage, and culture. Does Bathgate Band have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bathgate 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 Bathgate Band? Bathgate Band's website is https://www.bathgateband.org.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=SC054432).