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title: "Glencoe Folk Museum — check charity number SC002786 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Glencoe Folk Museum a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC002786. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/glencoe-folk-museum
retrieved: 2026-08-23T14:41:45.516Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Glencoe Folk Museum is a registered charity (number SC002786) 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. Its latest reported income was £164,310 (year ending 2025-10-31). 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 Glencoe Folk Museum?

Registered charity number

SC002786

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Location

Highland

Latest income (year ending 2025-10-31)

£164,310

Website

[www.glencoemuseum.com](http://www.glencoemuseum.com/)

## What does Glencoe Folk Museum do?

We aspire to be the heart of our community, inspiring our local and global visitors to connect with the past by sharing our love of the unique history, culture and environment of our corner of the Highlands. Glencoe Folk Museum chronicles the history, landscape and identity of the Glencoe area. We are a Museum of the people, by the people and for the people – sharing the stories of our local communities and the historical events that shaped them. We will capture imaginations and stimulate creativity through our collections, exhibitions and activities. By exploring our past and striving for a…

## What causes is Glencoe Folk Museum registered for?

the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Glencoe Folk Museum yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Glencoe Folk Museum 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)

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Glencoe Folk Museum a legitimate charity?

Yes. Glencoe Folk Museum is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC002786) 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 Glencoe Folk Museum's charity number?

Glencoe Folk Museum's charity number is SC002786. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC002786?

Search SC002786 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 Glencoe Folk Museum do?

We aspire to be the heart of our community, inspiring our local and global visitors to connect with the past by sharing our love of the unique history, culture and environment of our corner of the Highlands. Glencoe Folk Museum chronicles the history, landscape and identity of the Glencoe area. We are a Museum of the people, by the people and for the people – sharing the stories of our local communities and the historical events that shaped them. We will capture imaginations and stimulate creativity through our collections, exhibitions and activities. By exploring our past and striving for a…

Does Glencoe Folk Museum have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Glencoe Folk Museum. 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 Glencoe Folk Museum?

Glencoe Folk Museum's website is http://www.glencoemuseum.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=SC002786).