--- title: "Elgin & District Pipe Band — check charity number SC030783 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Elgin & District Pipe Band a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC030783. the advancement of education charity based in Moray. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/elgin-district-pipe-band retrieved: 2026-08-23T17:55:47.867Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Elgin & District Pipe Band is a registered charity (number SC030783) 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 advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £34,844 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Elgin & District Pipe Band? Registered charity number SC030783 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Moray Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £34,844 Website [www.elginpipeband.com](http://www.elginpipeband.com/) ## What does Elgin & District Pipe Band do? The purpose of the charity is the advancement of education through the operation of a pipe band providing tuition and the opportunity to develop and improve skills in piping and drumming. During the year the Elgin & District Pipe Band has enjoyed a particularly successful period, winning the European Championships and World Championships in Grade 3B along with various successes at local competitions. The formation of a Novice Juvenile teaching programme has also seen an upturn in junior members. ## What causes is Elgin & District Pipe Band registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Elgin & District Pipe Band yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Elgin & District Pipe Band 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=elgin-district-pipe-band&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.elginpipeband.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Elgin & District Pipe Band a legitimate charity? Yes. Elgin & District Pipe Band is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC030783) 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 Elgin & District Pipe Band's charity number? Elgin & District Pipe Band's charity number is SC030783. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC030783? Search SC030783 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 Elgin & District Pipe Band do? The purpose of the charity is the advancement of education through the operation of a pipe band providing tuition and the opportunity to develop and improve skills in piping and drumming. During the year the Elgin & District Pipe Band has enjoyed a particularly successful period, winning the European Championships and World Championships in Grade 3B along with various successes at local competitions. The formation of a Novice Juvenile teaching programme has also seen an upturn in junior members. Does Elgin & District Pipe Band have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Elgin & District Pipe Band. 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 Elgin & District Pipe Band? Elgin & District Pipe Band's website is http://www.elginpipeband.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=SC030783).