--- title: "Friends of Argyll Estates Archives — check charity number SC053815 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Friends of Argyll Estates Archives a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053815. the advancement of education charity based in Argyll And Bute. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/friends-of-argyll-estates-archives retrieved: 2026-08-24T03:53:21.187Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Friends of Argyll Estates Archives is a registered charity (number SC053815) 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 £95,912 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Friends of Argyll Estates Archives? Registered charity number SC053815 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Argyll And Bute Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £95,912 Website [www.argyllestatesarchives.org](http://www.argyllestatesarchives.org/) ## What does Friends of Argyll Estates Archives do? To engage in and co-ordinate conservation, cataloguing and publishing of archival material. To promote and encourage volunteering. To promote and deliver opportunities for engagement and education in the local community, in Scotland and internationally. To carry on any other activities which further any of the above objects. To purchase, take on lease, hire, or otherwise acquire, any property or rights which are suitable for the organisation’s activities. To improve, manage, develop, or otherwise deal with, all or any part of the property and rights of the organisation. To sell, let, hire ou… ## What causes is Friends of Argyll Estates Archives registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Friends of Argyll Estates Archives yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Friends of Argyll Estates Archives 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=friends-of-argyll-estates-archives&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.argyllestatesarchives.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Friends of Argyll Estates Archives a legitimate charity? Yes. Friends of Argyll Estates Archives is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053815) 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 Friends of Argyll Estates Archives's charity number? Friends of Argyll Estates Archives's charity number is SC053815. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053815? Search SC053815 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 Friends of Argyll Estates Archives do? To engage in and co-ordinate conservation, cataloguing and publishing of archival material. To promote and encourage volunteering. To promote and deliver opportunities for engagement and education in the local community, in Scotland and internationally. To carry on any other activities which further any of the above objects. To purchase, take on lease, hire, or otherwise acquire, any property or rights which are suitable for the organisation’s activities. To improve, manage, develop, or otherwise deal with, all or any part of the property and rights of the organisation. To sell, let, hire ou… Does Friends of Argyll Estates Archives have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Friends of Argyll Estates Archives. 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 Friends of Argyll Estates Archives? Friends of Argyll Estates Archives's website is http://www.argyllestatesarchives.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=SC053815).