Is Dundee Symphony Orchestra a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Dundee Symphony Orchestra as a registered charity (number SC053732) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Dundee Symphony Orchestra's charity number?

Dundee Symphony Orchestra's charity number is SC053732. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC053732?

Search SC053732 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.

Does Dundee Symphony Orchestra have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dundee Symphony Orchestra. 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 Dundee Symphony Orchestra?

Dundee Symphony Orchestra's website listed in our register data is https://dundeesymphonyorchestra.org.uk/. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.

When was Dundee Symphony Orchestra registered as a charity?

Dundee Symphony Orchestra was entered on the register on 24 October 2024.

Registered charity · No. SC053732SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Dundee Symphony Orchestra

Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data

Dundee Symphony Orchestra is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of education, the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science.

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What are the key facts about Dundee Symphony Orchestra?

Reported income · year ending 2025-06-30: £38,611
Reported spending · year ending 2025-06-30: £29,314
Registered charity number: SC053732
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact address detail (not service area): Dundee City
Website: dundeesymphonyorchestra.org.uk

Quick answer

Dundee Symphony Orchestra (number SC053732) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Dundee Symphony Orchestra do?

We provide the opportunity for local amateur musicians to meet and rehearse classical orchestral music to a reasonable standard and perform in 3 concerts annually in Dundee. We provide the rehearsal facilities, conductor etc in order to do this in exchange for members paying a fairly small subscription. We are funded from our subscriptions, gift aid, various charitable trust donations and an invested legacy.

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Dundee Symphony Orchestra

Answers Dundee Symphony Orchestra gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 30 June 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 24 October 2024
Also known as: Dundee Orchestral Society (SCIO)
Where it says it operates: Dundee City

What causes is Dundee Symphony Orchestra registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science

Why is there no Clarity Score for Dundee Symphony Orchestra yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Dundee Symphony Orchestra. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

What should you check before donating to Dundee Symphony Orchestra?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dundee Symphony Orchestra a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Dundee Symphony Orchestra as a registered charity (number SC053732) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Dundee Symphony Orchestra's charity number?: Dundee Symphony Orchestra's charity number is SC053732. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC053732?: Search SC053732 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 Dundee Symphony Orchestra do?: We provide the opportunity for local amateur musicians to meet and rehearse classical orchestral music to a reasonable standard and perform in 3 concerts annually in Dundee. We provide the rehearsal facilities, conductor etc in order to do this in exchange for members paying a fairly small subscription. We are funded from our subscriptions, gift aid, various charitable trust donations and an invested legacy.
Does Dundee Symphony Orchestra have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dundee Symphony Orchestra. 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 Dundee Symphony Orchestra?: Dundee Symphony Orchestra's website listed in our register data is https://dundeesymphonyorchestra.org.uk/. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
When was Dundee Symphony Orchestra registered as a charity?: Dundee Symphony Orchestra was entered on the register on 24 October 2024.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.