--- title: "Church Recording Society — check charity number SC051056 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Church Recording Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC051056. the advancement of education charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/church-recording-society-2 retrieved: 2026-08-19T06:17:23.636Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Church Recording Society is a registered charity (number SC051056) 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. Its latest reported income was £6,600 (year ending 2025-02-28). 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 Church Recording Society? Registered charity number SC051056 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO (Charitable Incorporated Organisation, E&W) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-02-28) £6,600 Website [churchrecordingsociety.org.uk](http://churchrecordingsociety.org.uk/) ## What does Church Recording Society do? The objects of the CIO are: the advancement of the arts, culture and heritage and the advancement of education for the public benefit in the UK and the Isle of Man, by: identifying, researching, recording and archiving the artefacts, natural features and histories of present and past places of worship, religious sites and buildings of religious use of any denomination. education and training of people to undertake these activities. rendering assistance to, and working with, others undertaking similar work for the public benefit. providing and encouraging education about the artistic, historic… ## What causes is Church Recording Society registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Church Recording Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Church Recording 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=church-recording-society-2&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://churchrecordingsociety.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Church Recording Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Church Recording Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC051056) 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 Church Recording Society's charity number? Church Recording Society's charity number is SC051056. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC051056? Search SC051056 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 Church Recording Society do? The objects of the CIO are: the advancement of the arts, culture and heritage and the advancement of education for the public benefit in the UK and the Isle of Man, by: identifying, researching, recording and archiving the artefacts, natural features and histories of present and past places of worship, religious sites and buildings of religious use of any denomination. education and training of people to undertake these activities. rendering assistance to, and working with, others undertaking similar work for the public benefit. providing and encouraging education about the artistic, historic… Does Church Recording Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Church Recording 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 Church Recording Society? Church Recording Society's website is http://churchrecordingsociety.org.uk — 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=SC051056).