--- title: "Haddington's History Society — check charity number SC021070 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Haddington's History Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC021070. the advancement of education charity based in East Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/haddington-s-history-society retrieved: 2026-08-23T02:19:57.287Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Haddington's History Society is a registered charity (number SC021070) 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 £4,679 (year ending 2026-03-31). 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 Haddington's History Society? Registered charity number SC021070 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location East Lothian Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31) £4,679 Website [www.haddingtonshistory.org.uk](https://www.haddingtonshistory.org.uk/) ## What does Haddington's History Society do? To foster interest in the history and archaeology of Haddington and its environs through annual programmes of meetings with guest speakers and outings both locally and further afield. To provide information about Haddington using a self guided tours booklet or by the occasional guided tour. To participate in projects to discover more about Haddington's History. ## What causes is Haddington's History Society registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Haddington's History Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Haddington's 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=haddington-s-history-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.haddingtonshistory.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Haddington's History Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Haddington's History Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC021070) 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 Haddington's History Society's charity number? Haddington's History Society's charity number is SC021070. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC021070? Search SC021070 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 Haddington's History Society do? To foster interest in the history and archaeology of Haddington and its environs through annual programmes of meetings with guest speakers and outings both locally and further afield. To provide information about Haddington using a self guided tours booklet or by the occasional guided tour. To participate in projects to discover more about Haddington's History. Does Haddington's History Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Haddington's 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 Haddington's History Society? Haddington's History Society's website is https://www.haddingtonshistory.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=SC021070).