--- title: "Helensburgh Winter Festival — check charity number SC046881 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Helensburgh Winter Festival a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC046881. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Argyll And Bute. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/helensburgh-winter-festival retrieved: 2026-08-23T17:58:15.670Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Helensburgh Winter Festival is a registered charity (number SC046881) 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 citizenship or community development; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £7,622 (year ending 2024-06-30). 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 Helensburgh Winter Festival? Registered charity number SC046881 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Argyll And Bute Latest income (year ending 2024-06-30) £7,622 ## What does Helensburgh Winter Festival do? Our charity exists to advance community development and promote social wellbeing in Helensburgh and the surrounding area by delivering inclusive community events and festivals that bring people together. We organise and deliver public events throughout the year, including seasonal festivals, and family activities that are open and accessible to residents and visitors. These events create opportunities for local businesses, community groups, artists and performers to participate, showcase their work and engage with the wider community. Through these activities we encourage social connection,… ## What causes is Helensburgh Winter Festival registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Helensburgh Winter Festival yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Helensburgh Winter Festival 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=helensburgh-winter-festival&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Helensburgh Winter Festival a legitimate charity? Yes. Helensburgh Winter Festival is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC046881) 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 Helensburgh Winter Festival's charity number? Helensburgh Winter Festival's charity number is SC046881. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC046881? Search SC046881 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 Helensburgh Winter Festival do? Our charity exists to advance community development and promote social wellbeing in Helensburgh and the surrounding area by delivering inclusive community events and festivals that bring people together. We organise and deliver public events throughout the year, including seasonal festivals, and family activities that are open and accessible to residents and visitors. These events create opportunities for local businesses, community groups, artists and performers to participate, showcase their work and engage with the wider community. Through these activities we encourage social connection,… Does Helensburgh Winter Festival have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Helensburgh Winter Festival. 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 Helensburgh Winter Festival? Helensburgh Winter Festival 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=SC046881).