Registered charity · No. SC022403Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)
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Hwdt
Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data
Hwdt is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of education, the advancement of citizenship or community development, the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science.
Hwdt (number SC022403) 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 Hwdt do?
The Hebridean Whale & Dolphin Trust (HWDT) works towards healthy seas for nature and communities. For over three decades HWDT has been leading the way for the conservation of whales, dolphins, and porpoises in the waters of western Scotland. Based on the Isle of Mull, in the heart of the Hebrides, HWDT carry out long-term research to monitor and protect cetaceans, inspire people to take action and make a difference, inform decision-makers, and advocate for the recovery of the marine environment. HWDT has a strong track record of innovative, community-based marine research. Our citizen scien…
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Hwdt
Answers Hwdt gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 December 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.
Where does Hwdt's money come from?
Hwdt reported £489k total income for the year ending 31 December 2025. The largest sources were charitable activities £430k (88%), trading and fundraising events £59k (12%).
Charitable activities (fees and contracts)£430k · 88%
Trading and fundraising events£59k · 12%
Registration details
Registered as a charity
Also known as
Hebridean Whale And Dolphin Trust Ltd
Where it says it operates
Argyll And Bute
What causes is Hwdt registered for?
the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science
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The register data used for this profile lists Hwdt as a registered charity (number SC022403) 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 Hwdt's charity number?
Hwdt's charity number is SC022403. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
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What does Hwdt do?
The Hebridean Whale & Dolphin Trust (HWDT) works towards healthy seas for nature and communities. For over three decades HWDT has been leading the way for the conservation of whales, dolphins, and porpoises in the waters of western Scotland. Based on the Isle of Mull, in the heart of the Hebrides, HWDT carry out long-term research to monitor and protect cetaceans, inspire people to take action and make a difference, inform decision-makers, and advocate for the recovery of the marine environment. HWDT has a strong track record of innovative, community-based marine research. Our citizen scien…
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Where does Hwdt's money come from?
Hwdt reported £489k total income for the year ending 31 December 2025. The largest sources were charitable activities £430k (88%), trading and fundraising events £59k (12%).
When was Hwdt registered as a charity?
Hwdt was entered on the register on 15 March 1994.