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title: "Cowal Pipe Band — check charity number SC040338 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Cowal Pipe Band a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC040338. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Argyll And Bute. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/cowal-pipe-band
retrieved: 2026-08-19T16:14:56.576Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Cowal Pipe Band is a registered charity (number SC040338) 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. 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 Cowal Pipe Band?

Registered charity number

SC040338

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Other

Location

Argyll And Bute

## What does Cowal Pipe Band do?

2.1 The objects of the Band shall be to promote the Scottish National cultural tradition of the great highland bagpipe and drumming in the form of a pipe band. 2.2 The Band is committed to encouraging the highest ethical standards. All individuals involved in the Band should conduct themselves with integrity ,transparency, accountability and in a fair and equitable manner, remaining within the bounds of the Code of Conduct (Appendix 1).

## What causes is Cowal Pipe Band registered for?

the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Cowal Pipe Band yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Cowal Pipe Band 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Cowal Pipe Band a legitimate charity?

Yes. Cowal Pipe Band is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC040338) 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 Cowal Pipe Band's charity number?

Cowal Pipe Band's charity number is SC040338. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC040338?

Search SC040338 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 Cowal Pipe Band do?

2.1 The objects of the Band shall be to promote the Scottish National cultural tradition of the great highland bagpipe and drumming in the form of a pipe band. 2.2 The Band is committed to encouraging the highest ethical standards. All individuals involved in the Band should conduct themselves with integrity ,transparency, accountability and in a fair and equitable manner, remaining within the bounds of the Code of Conduct (Appendix 1).

Does Cowal Pipe Band have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Cowal Pipe Band. 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 Cowal Pipe Band?

Cowal Pipe Band 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=SC040338).