--- title: "Borders Forest Trust — check charity number SC024358 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Borders Forest Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC024358. 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/borders-forest-trust retrieved: 2026-08-18T23:21:49.152Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Borders Forest Trust is a registered charity (number SC024358) 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 advancement of environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £998,205 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Borders Forest Trust? Registered charity number SC024358 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Scottish Borders Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £998,205 Website [www.bordersforesttrust.org](http://www.bordersforesttrust.org/) ## What does Borders Forest Trust do? Our Vision for the South of Scotland is of a rich tapestry of native woodlands and wild places flourishing thanks to ecological restoration. These restored landscapes will be managed sustainability and enjoyed valued and protected by both thriving communities of place and communities of interest. We work to conserve restore manage native woodlands and other natural habitats for the benefit of people and wildlife. We support community woodlands habitat restoration education and art projects and are involved in the sustainable use of hardwood timber. ## What causes is Borders Forest Trust registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Borders Forest Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Borders Forest Trust 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=borders-forest-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.bordersforesttrust.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Borders Forest Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Borders Forest Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC024358) 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 Borders Forest Trust's charity number? Borders Forest Trust's charity number is SC024358. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC024358? Search SC024358 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 Borders Forest Trust do? Our Vision for the South of Scotland is of a rich tapestry of native woodlands and wild places flourishing thanks to ecological restoration. These restored landscapes will be managed sustainability and enjoyed valued and protected by both thriving communities of place and communities of interest. We work to conserve restore manage native woodlands and other natural habitats for the benefit of people and wildlife. We support community woodlands habitat restoration education and art projects and are involved in the sustainable use of hardwood timber. Does Borders Forest Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Borders Forest Trust. 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 Borders Forest Trust? Borders Forest Trust's website is http://www.bordersforesttrust.org — 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=SC024358).