--- title: "Highland Ringing Group — check charity number SC024872 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Highland Ringing Group a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC024872. 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/highland-ringing-group retrieved: 2026-08-24T05:58:48.187Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Highland Ringing Group is a registered charity (number SC024872) 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 £17,848 (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 Highland Ringing Group? Registered charity number SC024872 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £17,848 ## What does Highland Ringing Group do? Use data from bird ringing to further the knowledge and conservation in the Highland and Moray Firth area, including the promotion of training of new ringers in the techniques used in bird ringing. ## What causes is Highland Ringing Group registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Highland Ringing Group yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Highland Ringing Group 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=highland-ringing-group&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Highland Ringing Group a legitimate charity? Yes. Highland Ringing Group is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC024872) 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 Highland Ringing Group's charity number? Highland Ringing Group's charity number is SC024872. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC024872? Search SC024872 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 Highland Ringing Group do? Use data from bird ringing to further the knowledge and conservation in the Highland and Moray Firth area, including the promotion of training of new ringers in the techniques used in bird ringing. Does Highland Ringing Group have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Highland Ringing Group. 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 Highland Ringing Group? Highland Ringing Group 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=SC024872).