Stranraer And District Local History Trust
Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data
Stranraer And District Local History Trust 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 Stranraer And District Local History Trust?
- Reported income · year ending 2026-03-31
- £3,814
- Reported spending · year ending 2026-03-31
- £4,655
- Registered charity number
- SC028177
- Status in source extract
- Registered
- Charity type
- Unincorporated association
- Register contact address detail (not service area)
- Dumfries And Galloway
- Website
- www.stranraerhistory.org.uk
Quick answer
What does Stranraer And District Local History Trust do?
The charity is set up to promote the advancement of education by the study of local history in Stranraer and Wigtownshire. The organisation publishes books on local history which are sold through local outlets and through the website. Recordings are made of local individuals who recall their experiences in past local activities. Bursaries are provided to students at the local Academy who have been accepted to study history at university. Prizes are give to top history students at the local academy. Office bearers give talks on local history to various groups in the area
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Stranraer And District Local History Trust
Answers Stranraer And District Local History Trust 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
- Where it says it operates
- Dumfries And Galloway
What causes is Stranraer And District Local History Trust registered for?
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Stranraer And District Local History Trust a legitimate charity?
- The register data used for this profile lists Stranraer And District Local History Trust as a registered charity (number SC028177) 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 Stranraer And District Local History Trust's charity number?
- Stranraer And District Local History Trust's charity number is SC028177. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
- How do I check charity number SC028177?
- Search SC028177 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 Stranraer And District Local History Trust do?
- The charity is set up to promote the advancement of education by the study of local history in Stranraer and Wigtownshire. The organisation publishes books on local history which are sold through local outlets and through the website. Recordings are made of local individuals who recall their experiences in past local activities. Bursaries are provided to students at the local Academy who have been accepted to study history at university. Prizes are give to top history students at the local academy. Office bearers give talks on local history to various groups in the area
- Does Stranraer And District Local History Trust have reviews and complaints?
- CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Stranraer And District Local History 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 Stranraer And District Local History Trust?
- Stranraer And District Local History Trust's website listed in our register data is http://www.stranraerhistory.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 Stranraer And District Local History Trust registered as a charity?
- Stranraer And District Local History Trust was entered on the register on 31 December 1998.
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.