Highlands Astronomical Society
Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data
Highlands Astronomical Society is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of education, the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science, the advancement of environmental protection or improvement.
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What are the key facts about Highlands Astronomical Society?
- Reported income · year ending 2026-02-28
- £3,449
- Reported spending · year ending 2026-02-28
- £2,497
- Registered charity number
- SC037209
- Status in source extract
- Registered
- Charity type
- Unincorporated association
- Register contact address detail (not service area)
- Highland
- Website
- www.spacegazer.com
Quick answer
What does Highlands Astronomical Society do?
The Highlands Astronomical Society aims to promote and extend awareness of, and interest in , all branches of astronomy and cosmology. We host educational, practical and social activities in the highlands of Scotland within a friendly and stimulating environment , accessible to all ages and levels of knowledge. The Society seeks to achieve its aims through a varied programme of meetings, activities and events, including talks and presentations by members and external speakers, reviewing member's astro photographs, taking part in science festivals and social events. Our official observing sess…
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
From the annual return
Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Highlands Astronomical Society
Answers Highlands Astronomical Society gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 28 February 2026, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.
Registration details
- Registered as a charity
- Where it says it operates
- Highland
What causes is Highlands Astronomical Society registered for?
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Highlands Astronomical Society a legitimate charity?
- The register data used for this profile lists Highlands Astronomical Society as a registered charity (number SC037209) 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 Highlands Astronomical Society's charity number?
- Highlands Astronomical Society's charity number is SC037209. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
- How do I check charity number SC037209?
- Search SC037209 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 Highlands Astronomical Society do?
- The Highlands Astronomical Society aims to promote and extend awareness of, and interest in , all branches of astronomy and cosmology. We host educational, practical and social activities in the highlands of Scotland within a friendly and stimulating environment , accessible to all ages and levels of knowledge. The Society seeks to achieve its aims through a varied programme of meetings, activities and events, including talks and presentations by members and external speakers, reviewing member's astro photographs, taking part in science festivals and social events. Our official observing sess…
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- CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Highlands Astronomical 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 Highlands Astronomical Society?
- Highlands Astronomical Society's website listed in our register data is http://www.spacegazer.com. 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 Highlands Astronomical Society registered as a charity?
- Highlands Astronomical Society was entered on the register on 6 September 2005.
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.