--- title: "Berneray Historical Society, CEB, BHS — check charity number SC047024 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Berneray Historical Society, CEB, BHS a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047024. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Western Isles. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/berneray-historical-society-ceb-bhs retrieved: 2026-08-18T13:57:11.397Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Berneray Historical Society, CEB, BHS is a registered charity (number SC047024) 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. Its latest reported income was £4,691 (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 Berneray Historical Society, CEB, BHS? Registered charity number SC047024 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Western Isles Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £4,691 Website [www.bernerayhistorical.com](http://www.bernerayhistorical.com/) ## What does Berneray Historical Society, CEB, BHS do? Our main activity is to open to the public, five or six days a week, during the summer to provide information about Berneray's heritage. We collect and display records and artefacts. We also organise talks and support Gaelic Week. There is more detail on our website. ## What causes is Berneray Historical Society, CEB, BHS registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Berneray Historical Society, CEB, BHS yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Berneray Historical Society, CEB, BHS 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=berneray-historical-society-ceb-bhs&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bernerayhistorical.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Berneray Historical Society, CEB, BHS a legitimate charity? Yes. Berneray Historical Society, CEB, BHS is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047024) 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 Berneray Historical Society, CEB, BHS's charity number? Berneray Historical Society, CEB, BHS's charity number is SC047024. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC047024? Search SC047024 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 Berneray Historical Society, CEB, BHS do? Our main activity is to open to the public, five or six days a week, during the summer to provide information about Berneray's heritage. We collect and display records and artefacts. We also organise talks and support Gaelic Week. There is more detail on our website. Does Berneray Historical Society, CEB, BHS have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Berneray Historical Society, CEB, BHS. 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 Berneray Historical Society, CEB, BHS? Berneray Historical Society, CEB, BHS's website is http://www.bernerayhistorical.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=SC047024).