--- title: "Ben Alder Project — check charity number SC049595 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ben Alder Project a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC049595. the advancement of education charity based in South Lanarkshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ben-alder-project retrieved: 2026-08-18T13:47:31.501Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ben Alder Project is a registered charity (number SC049595) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £1,156 (year ending 2023-09-30). 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 Ben Alder Project? Registered charity number SC049595 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location South Lanarkshire Latest income (year ending 2023-09-30) £1,156 Website [www.benaldernewbuild.com](http://www.benaldernewbuild.com/) ## What does Ben Alder Project do? To raise funds for the completion of a Highland Railway locomotive, scrapped in 1960s just after being marked for heritage preservation. The locomotive would then be 'hired' by heritage railways around the UK to raise awareness of the skills and techniques necessary for the building of the locomotive, as well as increasing the skill pool by training additional personnel on the correct procedures in firing and driving a steam locomotive. Additional skill training would be available for training personnel on the maintenance and upkeep of the locomotive - all highly essential to preserve rapid… ## What causes is Ben Alder Project registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ben Alder Project yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ben Alder Project 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=ben-alder-project&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.benaldernewbuild.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ben Alder Project a legitimate charity? Yes. Ben Alder Project is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC049595) 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 Ben Alder Project's charity number? Ben Alder Project's charity number is SC049595. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC049595? Search SC049595 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 Ben Alder Project do? To raise funds for the completion of a Highland Railway locomotive, scrapped in 1960s just after being marked for heritage preservation. The locomotive would then be 'hired' by heritage railways around the UK to raise awareness of the skills and techniques necessary for the building of the locomotive, as well as increasing the skill pool by training additional personnel on the correct procedures in firing and driving a steam locomotive. Additional skill training would be available for training personnel on the maintenance and upkeep of the locomotive - all highly essential to preserve rapid… Does Ben Alder Project have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ben Alder Project. 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 Ben Alder Project? Ben Alder Project's website is http://www.benaldernewbuild.com — 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=SC049595).