The John Buchan Society
The John Buchan Society is a registered charity in Scotland working in the advancement of education, the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science, based in Scottish Borders.
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Key facts
- Registered charity number
- SC006071
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- Unincorporated association
- Location
- Scottish Borders
- Latest income (year ending 2026-01-31)
- £19,568
- Website
- www.johnbuchansociety.co.uk
What the charity does
The Society was formed to perpetuate the memory of John Buchan by bringing his achievements to the notice of the general public, and by seeking to promote a greater understanding of his life and works. The main activities undertaken in relation to the above objects are the publication of one learned journal yearly, regular newsletters, an annual dinner with an expert speaker on some aspect of John Buchan, his life and work, a biennial conference/symposium, a very active website for the promotion and marketing of his works, the production and distribution of publicly available podcasts, and th…
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Frequently asked questions
- Is The John Buchan Society a legitimate charity?
- Yes. The John Buchan Society is a registered charity (number SC006071) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register.
- What does The John Buchan Society do?
- The Society was formed to perpetuate the memory of John Buchan by bringing his achievements to the notice of the general public, and by seeking to promote a greater understanding of his life and works. The main activities undertaken in relation to the above objects are the publication of one learned journal yearly, regular newsletters, an annual dinner with an expert speaker on some aspect of John Buchan, his life and work, a biennial conference/symposium, a very active website for the promotion and marketing of his works, the production and distribution of publicly available podcasts, and th…
- How can I donate to The John Buchan Society?
- The John Buchan Society's website is http://www.johnbuchansociety.co.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations.
Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-07-18, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.