--- title: "Dalkeith History Society — check charity number SC045434 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Dalkeith History Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC045434. the advancement of education charity based in Midlothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dalkeith-history-society retrieved: 2026-08-23T04:27:17.449Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Dalkeith History Society is a registered charity (number SC045434) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £4,416 (year ending 2025-03-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Dalkeith History Society? Registered charity number SC045434 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Midlothian Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £4,416 Website [www.dalkeithhistorysociety.org](http://www.dalkeithhistorysociety.org/) ## What does Dalkeith History Society do? A Museum is open to the public 3 days per week ## What causes is Dalkeith History Society registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dalkeith History Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dalkeith History Society is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=dalkeith-history-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.dalkeithhistorysociety.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Dalkeith History Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Dalkeith History Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC045434) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Dalkeith History Society's charity number? Dalkeith History Society's charity number is SC045434. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC045434? Search SC045434 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 Dalkeith History Society do? A Museum is open to the public 3 days per week Does Dalkeith History Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dalkeith History Society. 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 Dalkeith History Society? Dalkeith History Society's website is http://www.dalkeithhistorysociety.org — 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 2026-08-07, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC045434).