--- title: "Crichton Trust — check charity number SC024797 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Crichton Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC024797. the advancement of education charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/crichton-trust retrieved: 2026-08-19T18:17:06.846Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Crichton Trust is a registered charity (number SC024797) 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 citizenship or community development; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £4,035,701 (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 Crichton Trust? Registered charity number SC024797 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £4,035,701 Website [www.crichton.co.uk](http://www.crichton.co.uk/) ## What does Crichton Trust do? As custodians of unique and world leading places that inspire people, create connection and drive innovation, enterprise and collaboration, we are the origin of invention and solutions, the creators of new futures and heritage that have far reaching positive impact on the wellbeing of people, place and planet. and we channel the power of place, history and stories to meet the grand challenges of our time. ## What causes is Crichton Trust registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Crichton Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Crichton 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=crichton-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.crichton.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Crichton Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Crichton Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC024797) 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 Crichton Trust's charity number? Crichton Trust's charity number is SC024797. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC024797? Search SC024797 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 Crichton Trust do? As custodians of unique and world leading places that inspire people, create connection and drive innovation, enterprise and collaboration, we are the origin of invention and solutions, the creators of new futures and heritage that have far reaching positive impact on the wellbeing of people, place and planet. and we channel the power of place, history and stories to meet the grand challenges of our time. Does Crichton Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Crichton 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 Crichton Trust? Crichton Trust's website is http://www.crichton.co.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=SC024797).