Is Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre as a registered charity (number SC029176) 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 Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre's charity number?

Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre's charity number is SC029176. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

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How can I donate to Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre?

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Registered charity · No. SC029176Unincorporated association

Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre

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

Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre 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 Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre?

Reported income · year ending 2026-03-31: £2,229
Reported spending · year ending 2026-03-31: £1,629
Registered charity number: SC029176
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Unincorporated association
Register contact address detail (not service area): Dumfries And Galloway
Website: www.penpontheritage.co.uk

Quick answer

Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre (number SC029176) 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 Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre do?

Our group maintains a store of information and artefacts relating to Joseph Thomson and regarding the social history of our local communities. We p5reserve these and make these items accessible to all, We organise events and open days throughout the year, and liaise with other interest groups and charities. Groups, organisations and individuals are all welcome to become supporters or friend of the Centre

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre

Answers Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 March 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: 22 June 1999
Also known as: Joseph Thomson Group
Where it says it operates: Dumfries And Galloway

What causes is Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre registered for?

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

Why is there no Clarity Score for Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre. 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 Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre as a registered charity (number SC029176) 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 Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre's charity number?: Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre's charity number is SC029176. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC029176?: Search SC029176 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 Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre do?: Our group maintains a store of information and artefacts relating to Joseph Thomson and regarding the social history of our local communities. We p5reserve these and make these items accessible to all, We organise events and open days throughout the year, and liaise with other interest groups and charities. Groups, organisations and individuals are all welcome to become supporters or friend of the Centre
Does Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre. 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 Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre?: Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre's website listed in our register data is http://www.penpontheritage.co.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 Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre registered as a charity?: Joseph Thomson Local Heritage Centre was entered on the register on 22 June 1999.

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.