--- title: "Birchvale Theatre — check charity number SC048107 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Birchvale Theatre a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048107. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/birchvale-theatre retrieved: 2026-08-18T20:05:36.180Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Birchvale Theatre is a registered charity (number SC048107) 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 £126,292 (year ending 2025-04-30). 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 Birchvale Theatre? Registered charity number SC048107 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2025-04-30) £126,292 Website [www.birchvale.scot](https://www.birchvale.scot/) ## What does Birchvale Theatre do? Birchvale Players is a volunteer-led community theatre dedicated to creating and sharing local performing arts. Our members run all aspects of the theatre, from producing plays to managing the venue, to ensure accessible creative opportunities for the community. Alongside our theatrical work, we provide a welcoming space for other community groups to meet and hold activities. We also operate a warm-space cinema for older people, offering a comfortable, social environment where they can enjoy films and connect with others. Our aim is to support creativity, inclusion and wellbeing across the co… ## What causes is Birchvale Theatre registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Birchvale Theatre yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Birchvale Theatre 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=birchvale-theatre&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.birchvale.scot/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Birchvale Theatre a legitimate charity? Yes. Birchvale Theatre is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048107) 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 Birchvale Theatre's charity number? Birchvale Theatre's charity number is SC048107. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048107? Search SC048107 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 Birchvale Theatre do? Birchvale Players is a volunteer-led community theatre dedicated to creating and sharing local performing arts. Our members run all aspects of the theatre, from producing plays to managing the venue, to ensure accessible creative opportunities for the community. Alongside our theatrical work, we provide a welcoming space for other community groups to meet and hold activities. We also operate a warm-space cinema for older people, offering a comfortable, social environment where they can enjoy films and connect with others. Our aim is to support creativity, inclusion and wellbeing across the co… Does Birchvale Theatre have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Birchvale Theatre. 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 Birchvale Theatre? Birchvale Theatre's website is https://www.birchvale.scot/ — 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=SC048107).