--- title: "Buchanhaven Heritage Society — check charity number SC045166 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Buchanhaven Heritage Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC045166. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Aberdeenshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/buchanhaven-heritage-society retrieved: 2026-08-19T09:16:56.882Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Buchanhaven Heritage Society is a registered charity (number SC045166) 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; 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; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £12,760 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Buchanhaven Heritage Society? Registered charity number SC045166 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Aberdeenshire Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £12,760 ## What does Buchanhaven Heritage Society do? Preserving the past for future generation to enjoy. We have an open door policy used by many groups of all ages and abilities. We also do our own themed events . We also go out into the community to care homes and hospitals to bring memory books ## What causes is Buchanhaven Heritage Society registered for? the 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 intendedthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Buchanhaven Heritage Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Buchanhaven Heritage Society 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=buchanhaven-heritage-society&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Buchanhaven Heritage Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Buchanhaven Heritage Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC045166) 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 Buchanhaven Heritage Society's charity number? Buchanhaven Heritage Society's charity number is SC045166. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC045166? Search SC045166 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 Buchanhaven Heritage Society do? Preserving the past for future generation to enjoy. We have an open door policy used by many groups of all ages and abilities. We also do our own themed events . We also go out into the community to care homes and hospitals to bring memory books Does Buchanhaven Heritage Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Buchanhaven Heritage Society. 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 Buchanhaven Heritage Society? Buchanhaven Heritage Society does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC045166).