--- title: "Berwickshire Naturalists Club — check charity number SC013054 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Berwickshire Naturalists Club a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC013054. 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/berwickshire-naturalists-club retrieved: 2026-08-18T14:37:57.589Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Berwickshire Naturalists Club is a registered charity (number SC013054) 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 £8,638 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Berwickshire Naturalists Club? Registered charity number SC013054 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £8,638 Website [www.bnc1831.co.uk](http://www.bnc1831.co.uk/) ## What does Berwickshire Naturalists Club do? The object of the Club is to investigate the natural history and antiquities of Berwickshire and its vicinage. In pursuit of this object, a programme of field meetings and lectures is held each season and the results of the Club’s investigations, whether at meetings or through the activities of members or correspondents, is published in its journal, the Club’s ‘History’. These activities are promoted by the Club members and by the issue of information sheets. In addition, the Club maintains a library and publishes limited edition books on themes of the natural history of Berwickshire. The BNC… ## What causes is Berwickshire Naturalists Club registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Berwickshire Naturalists Club yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Berwickshire Naturalists Club 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=berwickshire-naturalists-club&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bnc1831.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Berwickshire Naturalists Club a legitimate charity? Yes. Berwickshire Naturalists Club is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC013054) 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 Berwickshire Naturalists Club's charity number? Berwickshire Naturalists Club's charity number is SC013054. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC013054? Search SC013054 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 Berwickshire Naturalists Club do? The object of the Club is to investigate the natural history and antiquities of Berwickshire and its vicinage. In pursuit of this object, a programme of field meetings and lectures is held each season and the results of the Club’s investigations, whether at meetings or through the activities of members or correspondents, is published in its journal, the Club’s ‘History’. These activities are promoted by the Club members and by the issue of information sheets. In addition, the Club maintains a library and publishes limited edition books on themes of the natural history of Berwickshire. The BNC… Does Berwickshire Naturalists Club have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Berwickshire Naturalists Club. 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 Berwickshire Naturalists Club? Berwickshire Naturalists Club's website is http://www.bnc1831.co.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=SC013054).