--- title: "Glasgow Natural History Society — check charity number SC012586 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Glasgow Natural History Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC012586. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/glasgow-natural-history-society retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:39:31.237Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Glasgow Natural History Society is a registered charity (number SC012586) 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 advancement of environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £108,798 (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 Glasgow Natural History Society? Registered charity number SC012586 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £108,798 ## What does Glasgow Natural History Society do? The aims of the Society shall be to foster and encourage the study of natural history, principally in the west of Scotland . 1. holding meetings for the exhibition of specimens and the interchange of information, the presentation of lectures, tutorials and illustrated talks on natural history. 2. Making excursions to areas of Natural History interest. 3. Publishing our journal 'The Glasgow Naturalist' 4. The maintenance of a library for use of members. 5. Seeking financial support fot the stimulation of research. 6. Encouraging environmental awareness and promoting biodiversity 7. Contribu… ## What causes is Glasgow Natural History Society registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Glasgow Natural History Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Glasgow Natural History Society 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=glasgow-natural-history-society&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Glasgow Natural History Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Glasgow Natural History Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC012586) 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 Glasgow Natural History Society's charity number? Glasgow Natural History Society's charity number is SC012586. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC012586? Search SC012586 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 Glasgow Natural History Society do? The aims of the Society shall be to foster and encourage the study of natural history, principally in the west of Scotland . 1. holding meetings for the exhibition of specimens and the interchange of information, the presentation of lectures, tutorials and illustrated talks on natural history. 2. Making excursions to areas of Natural History interest. 3. Publishing our journal 'The Glasgow Naturalist' 4. The maintenance of a library for use of members. 5. Seeking financial support fot the stimulation of research. 6. Encouraging environmental awareness and promoting biodiversity 7. Contribu… Does Glasgow Natural History Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Glasgow Natural History Society. 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 Glasgow Natural History Society? Glasgow Natural History Society does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC012586).