Is Folklore Scotland a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Folklore Scotland as a registered charity (number SC050357) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Folklore Scotland's charity number?

Folklore Scotland's charity number is SC050357. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC050357?

Search SC050357 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.

Does Folklore Scotland have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Folklore Scotland. 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 Folklore Scotland?

Folklore Scotland's website listed in our register data is http://folklorescotland.com. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.

When was Folklore Scotland registered as a charity?

Folklore Scotland was entered on the register on 31 July 2020.

Registered charity · No. SC050357SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Folklore Scotland

Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data

Folklore Scotland is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science.

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What are the key facts about Folklore Scotland?

Reported income · year ending 2025-07-31: £33
Registered charity number: SC050357
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact address detail (not service area): Dundee City
Website: folklorescotland.com

Quick answer

Folklore Scotland (number SC050357) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Folklore Scotland do?

We want to reconnect people with their folkloric heritage. Folklore Scotland was established in order to create a hub for Scottish Folklore utilising a multimedia approach to engage new and existing folklore enthusiasts in the Sclatland's rich and diverse expanse of myths and legends. From our bank of stories on our website, to our entensive podcast offerings, as well as some live events, we seek to reconnect people with the tales of the past. Folklore Scotland is grounded in the belief that Scottish folklore has as much, if not more, of a role to play in building community, teaching lessons,…

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

From the annual return

Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Folklore Scotland

Answers Folklore Scotland gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 July 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 31 July 2020
Also known as: Folklore Scotland [SCIO]
Where it says it operates: Dundee City

What causes is Folklore Scotland registered for?

the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science

Why is there no Clarity Score for Folklore Scotland yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Folklore Scotland. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

What should you check before donating to Folklore Scotland?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Folklore Scotland a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Folklore Scotland as a registered charity (number SC050357) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Folklore Scotland's charity number?: Folklore Scotland's charity number is SC050357. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC050357?: Search SC050357 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 Folklore Scotland do?: We want to reconnect people with their folkloric heritage. Folklore Scotland was established in order to create a hub for Scottish Folklore utilising a multimedia approach to engage new and existing folklore enthusiasts in the Sclatland's rich and diverse expanse of myths and legends. From our bank of stories on our website, to our entensive podcast offerings, as well as some live events, we seek to reconnect people with the tales of the past. Folklore Scotland is grounded in the belief that Scottish folklore has as much, if not more, of a role to play in building community, teaching lessons,…
Does Folklore Scotland have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Folklore Scotland. 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 Folklore Scotland?: Folklore Scotland's website listed in our register data is http://folklorescotland.com. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
When was Folklore Scotland registered as a charity?: Folklore Scotland was entered on the register on 31 July 2020.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.