--- title: "Brechin Mechanics Institute Trust — check charity number SC003031 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Brechin Mechanics Institute Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC003031. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Angus. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/brechin-mechanics-institute-trust retrieved: 2026-08-19T03:09:48.614Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Brechin Mechanics Institute Trust is a registered charity (number SC003031) 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; any other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes. Its latest reported income was £18,976 (year ending 2024-03-31). 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 Brechin Mechanics Institute Trust? Registered charity number SC003031 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Angus Latest income (year ending 2024-03-31) £18,976 Website [brechinmechanicsinstitute.com](https://brechinmechanicsinstitute.com/) ## What does Brechin Mechanics Institute Trust do? Our building has 4 rooms which we let to regular local groups approx 200+ persons weekly. In addition we let to individuals for parties etc. The income this generates hopefully covers our outgoings. ## What causes is Brechin Mechanics Institute Trust registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or scienceany other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Brechin Mechanics Institute Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Brechin Mechanics Institute 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=brechin-mechanics-institute-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://brechinmechanicsinstitute.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Brechin Mechanics Institute Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Brechin Mechanics Institute Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC003031) 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 Brechin Mechanics Institute Trust's charity number? Brechin Mechanics Institute Trust's charity number is SC003031. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC003031? Search SC003031 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 Brechin Mechanics Institute Trust do? Our building has 4 rooms which we let to regular local groups approx 200+ persons weekly. In addition we let to individuals for parties etc. The income this generates hopefully covers our outgoings. Does Brechin Mechanics Institute Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Brechin Mechanics Institute 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 Brechin Mechanics Institute Trust? Brechin Mechanics Institute Trust's website is https://brechinmechanicsinstitute.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=SC003031).