--- title: "Friends of Wamphray Church — check charity number SC055117 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Friends of Wamphray Church a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC055117. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/friends-of-wamphray-church retrieved: 2026-08-25T08:33:52.472Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Friends of Wamphray Church is a registered charity (number SC055117) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science; 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 Friends of Wamphray Church? Registered charity number SC055117 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Dumfries And Galloway Website [www.wamphraychurch.com](http://www.wamphraychurch.com/) ## What does Friends of Wamphray Church do? The enhancement of heritage and culture by: 1 Purchasing, maintaining and caring for Wamphray Church – 'Our Church in the Glen' – as a culturally significant historical and natural heritage site. 2 Ensuring Wamphray Church is open to all who wish to visit and enjoy its culture, history and location's natural heritage. 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 by: 1 Promoting and enhancing Wamphray Church and its s… ## What causes is Friends of Wamphray Church registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe 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 Friends of Wamphray Church yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Friends of Wamphray Church 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-wamphray-church&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.wamphraychurch.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Friends of Wamphray Church a legitimate charity? Yes. Friends of Wamphray Church is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC055117) 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 Wamphray Church's charity number? Friends of Wamphray Church's charity number is SC055117. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC055117? Search SC055117 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 Wamphray Church do? The enhancement of heritage and culture by: 1 Purchasing, maintaining and caring for Wamphray Church – 'Our Church in the Glen' – as a culturally significant historical and natural heritage site. 2 Ensuring Wamphray Church is open to all who wish to visit and enjoy its culture, history and location's natural heritage. 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 by: 1 Promoting and enhancing Wamphray Church and its s… Does Friends of Wamphray Church have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Friends of Wamphray Church. 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 Wamphray Church? Friends of Wamphray Church's website is http://www.wamphraychurch.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=SC055117).