--- title: "Bct — check charity number SC040116 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bct a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC040116. the advancement of education charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bct-sc retrieved: 2026-08-18T10:06:00.060Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bct is a registered charity (number SC040116) 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 environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £2,984,804 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Bct? Registered charity number SC040116 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £2,984,804 Website [www.bats.org.uk](http://www.bats.org.uk/) ## What does Bct do? The objects for which the Charity is established are, for the benefit of the public, to promote the conservation and study of bats in the British Isles and elsewhere in the world, and to disseminate information relevant to these objects ## What causes is Bct registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bct yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bct 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=bct-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bats.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bct a legitimate charity? Yes. Bct is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC040116) 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 Bct's charity number? Bct's charity number is SC040116. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC040116? Search SC040116 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 Bct do? The objects for which the Charity is established are, for the benefit of the public, to promote the conservation and study of bats in the British Isles and elsewhere in the world, and to disseminate information relevant to these objects Does Bct have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bct. 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 Bct? Bct's website is http://www.bats.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=SC040116).