Whitburn Band
Whitburn Band is a registered charity in Scotland working in the advancement of education, the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science, based in West Lothian.
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Key facts
- Registered charity number
- SC044829
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- Unincorporated association
- Location
- West Lothian
- Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31)
- £159,404
- Website
- www.whitburnband.co.uk
What the charity does
Established in 1870, completely self-funding & community based. Formed as an outlet for the amateur musicians within the mining community, Whitburn Band has grown to be of the most successful & celebrated brass bands in the UK. We continue to make a significant contribution to cultural life in Scotland, performing regularly at local community and major events such as Scotland's international rugby games and the Edinburgh International & Fringe Festival. The Band is committed and enthusiastic about its future and to this end are 12 years into our Player Pathway Project. Within this project we…
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Whitburn Band a legitimate charity?
- Yes. Whitburn Band is a registered charity (number SC044829) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register.
- What does Whitburn Band do?
- Established in 1870, completely self-funding & community based. Formed as an outlet for the amateur musicians within the mining community, Whitburn Band has grown to be of the most successful & celebrated brass bands in the UK. We continue to make a significant contribution to cultural life in Scotland, performing regularly at local community and major events such as Scotland's international rugby games and the Edinburgh International & Fringe Festival. The Band is committed and enthusiastic about its future and to this end are 12 years into our Player Pathway Project. Within this project we…
- How can I donate to Whitburn Band?
- Whitburn Band's website is http://www.whitburnband.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.