--- title: "Friends of John o' Groats Trail, Friends of the North Coast Trail — check charity number SC049061 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Friends of John o' Groats Trail, Friends of the North Coast Trail a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC049061. 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 faci" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/friends-of-john-o-groats-trail-friends-of-the-north-coast-trail retrieved: 2026-08-24T16:11:39.103Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Friends of John o' Groats Trail, Friends of the North Coast Trail is a registered charity (number SC049061) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: 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; the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £183,397 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 John o' Groats Trail, Friends of the North Coast Trail? Registered charity number SC049061 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £183,397 Website [www.jogt.org.uk](http://www.jogt.org.uk/) ## What does Friends of John o' Groats Trail, Friends of the North Coast Trail do? The Association of Northern Trails Scotland (ANTS) maintains, develops and promotes long distance walking in the Far North of Scotland. ANTS are responsible for the John o' Groats Trail, which runs for 147 miles between Inverness and John o' Groats, as well as the North Coast Trail. Both trails pass along cliff tops and foreshore for much of the route, giving walkers access to the beautiful coastline of the Highlands. The trail has also serves to connect the far north of Scotland into the wider Scottish and UK long-distance trail networks. Both Trails attracts both local walkers and tourists… ## What causes is Friends of John o' Groats Trail, Friends of the North Coast Trail registered for? 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 intendedthe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Friends of John o' Groats Trail, Friends of the North Coast Trail yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Friends of John o' Groats Trail, Friends of the North Coast Trail 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-john-o-groats-trail-friends-of-the-north-coast-trail&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.jogt.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Friends of John o' Groats Trail, Friends of the North Coast Trail a legitimate charity? Yes. Friends of John o' Groats Trail, Friends of the North Coast Trail is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC049061) 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 John o' Groats Trail, Friends of the North Coast Trail's charity number? Friends of John o' Groats Trail, Friends of the North Coast Trail's charity number is SC049061. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC049061? Search SC049061 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 John o' Groats Trail, Friends of the North Coast Trail do? The Association of Northern Trails Scotland (ANTS) maintains, develops and promotes long distance walking in the Far North of Scotland. ANTS are responsible for the John o' Groats Trail, which runs for 147 miles between Inverness and John o' Groats, as well as the North Coast Trail. Both trails pass along cliff tops and foreshore for much of the route, giving walkers access to the beautiful coastline of the Highlands. The trail has also serves to connect the far north of Scotland into the wider Scottish and UK long-distance trail networks. Both Trails attracts both local walkers and tourists… Does Friends of John o' Groats Trail, Friends of the North Coast Trail have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Friends of John o' Groats Trail, Friends of the North Coast Trail. 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 John o' Groats Trail, Friends of the North Coast Trail? Friends of John o' Groats Trail, Friends of the North Coast Trail's website is http://www.jogt.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=SC049061).