--- title: "Irvine & District Pipe Band — check charity number SC048129 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Irvine & District Pipe Band a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048129. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in North Ayrshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/irvine-district-pipe-band retrieved: 2026-08-23T13:41:50.119Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Irvine & District Pipe Band is a registered charity (number SC048129) 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 £17,200 (year ending 2025-08-28). 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 Irvine & District Pipe Band? Registered charity number SC048129 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location North Ayrshire Latest income (year ending 2025-08-28) £17,200 ## What does Irvine & District Pipe Band do? The Band was formed in 1982 by five individuals (of which the two surviving are still members to date). Since its inception, the primary focus of the Band has been to provide quality piping and drumming tuition to members of the community entirely free of charge. The Band attained charitable status on 09 February 2018.. Our organisation’s charitable purpose seeks to offer free tuition to anyone - free from any discrimination – in our community. Our community is the entire North Ayrshire Council area, although it is worth highlighting that we are the only organisation which presently offers p… ## What causes is Irvine & District Pipe Band registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Irvine & District Pipe Band yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Irvine & District Pipe Band 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=irvine-district-pipe-band&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Irvine & District Pipe Band a legitimate charity? Yes. Irvine & District Pipe Band is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048129) 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 Irvine & District Pipe Band's charity number? Irvine & District Pipe Band's charity number is SC048129. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048129? Search SC048129 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 Irvine & District Pipe Band do? The Band was formed in 1982 by five individuals (of which the two surviving are still members to date). Since its inception, the primary focus of the Band has been to provide quality piping and drumming tuition to members of the community entirely free of charge. The Band attained charitable status on 09 February 2018.. Our organisation’s charitable purpose seeks to offer free tuition to anyone - free from any discrimination – in our community. Our community is the entire North Ayrshire Council area, although it is worth highlighting that we are the only organisation which presently offers p… Does Irvine & District Pipe Band have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Irvine & District Pipe Band. 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 Irvine & District Pipe Band? Irvine & District Pipe Band 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=SC048129).