--- title: "Ionad Hiort — check charity number SC042235 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ionad Hiort a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC042235. the advancement of education charity based in Western Isles. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/ionad-hiort retrieved: 2026-08-23T13:41:03.847Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ionad Hiort is a registered charity (number SC042235) 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; the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £124,015 (year ending 2024-11-30). 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 Ionad Hiort? Registered charity number SC042235 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Western Isles Latest income (year ending 2024-11-30) £124,015 Website [ionadhiort.org](http://ionadhiort.org/) ## What does Ionad Hiort do? Ionad Hiort / The St Kilda Centre is a bold project in an exposed location. It will provide a place to tell the fascinating story of St Kilda on a dramatic site, in the native Gaelic language. It aims to provide a remote visitor experience, modern facilities and job opportunities for local community. ## What causes is Ionad Hiort registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ionad Hiort yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ionad Hiort 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=ionad-hiort&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://ionadhiort.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ionad Hiort a legitimate charity? Yes. Ionad Hiort is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC042235) 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 Ionad Hiort's charity number? Ionad Hiort's charity number is SC042235. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC042235? Search SC042235 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 Ionad Hiort do? Ionad Hiort / The St Kilda Centre is a bold project in an exposed location. It will provide a place to tell the fascinating story of St Kilda on a dramatic site, in the native Gaelic language. It aims to provide a remote visitor experience, modern facilities and job opportunities for local community. Does Ionad Hiort have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ionad Hiort. 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 Ionad Hiort? Ionad Hiort's website is http://ionadhiort.org — 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=SC042235).