--- title: "Durness Village Hall — check charity number SC053428 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Durness Village Hall a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053428. the advancement of education charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/durness-village-hall retrieved: 2026-08-24T15:05:26.319Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Durness Village Hall is a registered charity (number SC053428) 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 citizenship or community development; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. 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 Durness Village Hall? Registered charity number SC053428 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Highland Website [durnessvillagehall.weebly.com](https://durnessvillagehall.weebly.com/) ## What does Durness Village Hall do? Durness Parish Hall SCIO was established to provide and maintain Durness Village Hall, community facility, for the use and benefit of the inhabitants of the Parish of Durness and the surrounding area, without distinction of political, religious or other opinions. The charity manages and maintains the hall and makes it available for hire by community groups, organisations and individuals. Through the provision of this facility the charity supports social, recreational, educational and cultural activities which promote community participation, reduce social isolation and contribute to the well… ## What causes is Durness Village Hall registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Durness Village Hall yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Durness Village Hall 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=durness-village-hall&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://durnessvillagehall.weebly.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Durness Village Hall a legitimate charity? Yes. Durness Village Hall is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053428) 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 Durness Village Hall's charity number? Durness Village Hall's charity number is SC053428. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053428? Search SC053428 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 Durness Village Hall do? Durness Parish Hall SCIO was established to provide and maintain Durness Village Hall, community facility, for the use and benefit of the inhabitants of the Parish of Durness and the surrounding area, without distinction of political, religious or other opinions. The charity manages and maintains the hall and makes it available for hire by community groups, organisations and individuals. Through the provision of this facility the charity supports social, recreational, educational and cultural activities which promote community participation, reduce social isolation and contribute to the well… Does Durness Village Hall have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Durness Village Hall. 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 Durness Village Hall? Durness Village Hall's website is https://durnessvillagehall.weebly.com/ — 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=SC053428).