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title: "Glasgow Symphony Orchestra — check charity number SC052506 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Glasgow Symphony Orchestra a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC052506. the advancement of education 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-symphony-orchestra
retrieved: 2026-08-23T14:42:03.367Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Glasgow Symphony Orchestra is a registered charity (number SC052506) 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 £11,708 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Symphony Orchestra?

Registered charity number

SC052506

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Unincorporated association

Location

Glasgow City

Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31)

£11,708

Website

[www.glasgowsymphonyorchestra.co.uk](https://www.glasgowsymphonyorchestra.co.uk/)

## What does Glasgow Symphony Orchestra do?

We provide a community orchestra on a no-audition basis to allow adults to enjoy community playing. We perform 3 concerts per year at low cost for audiences. We also offer solo opportunities to RCS students.

## What causes is Glasgow Symphony Orchestra registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Glasgow Symphony Orchestra yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Glasgow Symphony Orchestra 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.
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[Visit charity website](https://www.glasgowsymphonyorchestra.co.uk/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is Glasgow Symphony Orchestra a legitimate charity?

Yes. Glasgow Symphony Orchestra is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052506) 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 Symphony Orchestra's charity number?

Glasgow Symphony Orchestra's charity number is SC052506. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC052506?

Search SC052506 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 Symphony Orchestra do?

We provide a community orchestra on a no-audition basis to allow adults to enjoy community playing. We perform 3 concerts per year at low cost for audiences. We also offer solo opportunities to RCS students.

Does Glasgow Symphony Orchestra have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Glasgow Symphony Orchestra. 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 Symphony Orchestra?

Glasgow Symphony Orchestra's website is https://www.glasgowsymphonyorchestra.co.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=SC052506).