The John Buchan Society
Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data
The John Buchan Society 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 The John Buchan Society?
- Reported income · year ending 2026-01-31
- £19,568
- Reported spending · year ending 2026-01-31
- £24,218
- Registered charity number
- SC006071
- Status in source extract
- Registered
- Charity type
- Unincorporated association
- Register contact address detail (not service area)
- Scottish Borders
- Website
- www.johnbuchansociety.co.uk
Quick answer
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…
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for The John Buchan Society
Answers The John Buchan Society gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 January 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
- Also known as
- John Buchan Society
- Where it says it operates
- Scottish Borders
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Frequently asked questions
- Is The John Buchan Society a legitimate charity?
- The register data used for this profile lists The John Buchan Society as a registered charity (number SC006071) 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 The John Buchan Society's charity number?
- The John Buchan Society's charity number is SC006071. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
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- 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…
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- How can I donate to The John Buchan Society?
- The John Buchan Society's website listed in our register data is http://www.johnbuchansociety.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 The John Buchan Society registered as a charity?
- The John Buchan Society was entered on the register on 3 March 1979.
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.