--- title: "Bms — check charity number SC054282 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bms a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC054282. the advancement of education charity based in Scottish Borders. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bms retrieved: 2026-08-18T21:45:38.173Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bms is a registered charity (number SC054282) 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; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. 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 Bms? Registered charity number SC054282 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Scottish Borders Website [http//:www.guildtownbluegrassmusicfestival.com](http://http//:www.guildtownbluegrassmusicfestival.com) ## What does Bms do? 2 The association's purposes are: (a) To promote public benefit, interest, education and recreation by providing alone or with others, free educational opportunities in the form of workshops, presentations and skills training in Bluegrass music. a musical and cultural art form with Scottish roots and heritage. (b) To carry out research into the Scottish roots, heritage and cultural origins of Bluegrass Music and to publish and disseminate information for public benefit, interest, education, and recreation, free of charge via the internet and other media outlets. (c) To organise and arrange f… ## What causes is Bms registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bms yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bms 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=bms&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://http//:www.guildtownbluegrassmusicfestival.com) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bms a legitimate charity? Yes. Bms is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC054282) 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 Bms's charity number? Bms's charity number is SC054282. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC054282? Search SC054282 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 Bms do? 2 The association's purposes are: (a) To promote public benefit, interest, education and recreation by providing alone or with others, free educational opportunities in the form of workshops, presentations and skills training in Bluegrass music. a musical and cultural art form with Scottish roots and heritage. (b) To carry out research into the Scottish roots, heritage and cultural origins of Bluegrass Music and to publish and disseminate information for public benefit, interest, education, and recreation, free of charge via the internet and other media outlets. (c) To organise and arrange f… Does Bms have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bms. 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 Bms? Bms's website is http://http//:www.guildtownbluegrassmusicfestival.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=SC054282).