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title: "Dirliebane — check charity number SC047455 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Dirliebane a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047455. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/dirliebane
retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:52:21.846Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Dirliebane is a registered charity (number SC047455) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £32,859 (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 Dirliebane?

Registered charity number

SC047455

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Location

City of Edinburgh

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£32,859

Website

[www.dirliebane.org.uk](http://www.dirliebane.org.uk/)

## What does Dirliebane do?

Dirliebane Theatre Company is set up to provide high quality theatre performances for children, young people and their families. This work is always created alongside children and young people to reflect their thoughts, worries and ideas. Alongside our performance work we develop and deliver a learning and engagement programme using the practice of theatre clown to a wide variety of groups. These sessions promote access to the arts, creativity, social engagement and inclusion. We also run a artist development programme to train and promote the practice of theatre clown and provide fully acces…

## What causes is Dirliebane registered for?

the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Dirliebane yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Dirliebane 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)

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Dirliebane a legitimate charity?

Yes. Dirliebane is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047455) 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 Dirliebane's charity number?

Dirliebane's charity number is SC047455. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC047455?

Search SC047455 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 Dirliebane do?

Dirliebane Theatre Company is set up to provide high quality theatre performances for children, young people and their families. This work is always created alongside children and young people to reflect their thoughts, worries and ideas. Alongside our performance work we develop and deliver a learning and engagement programme using the practice of theatre clown to a wide variety of groups. These sessions promote access to the arts, creativity, social engagement and inclusion. We also run a artist development programme to train and promote the practice of theatre clown and provide fully acces…

Does Dirliebane have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Dirliebane. 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 Dirliebane?

Dirliebane's website is http://www.dirliebane.org.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 2026-08-07,
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=SC047455).