Is Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust as a registered charity (number SC001783) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust's charity number?

Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust's charity number is SC001783. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

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Registered charity · No. SC001783SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust

Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data

Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science, the advancement of environmental protection or improvement.

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What are the key facts about Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust?

Reported income · year ending 2025-12-31: £58,863
Reported spending · year ending 2025-12-31: £42,576
Registered charity number: SC001783
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact address detail (not service area): Fife
Website: www.isleofmaybirdobs.org

Quick answer

Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust (number SC001783) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust do?

The Isle of May Bird Observatory’s principal objectives are to encourage the pursuit of ornithology, for the benefit of the public, and to advance the education of the public by the study of the natural history of the Isle of May. The base of the Observatory is the Low Light on the Isle of May. From April to November the Trust arranges for the Observatory to be manned on a weekly basis by volunteers. Accommodation is provided in the Low Light on a self- catering basis. The Trust is responsible for the upkeep of the Observatory. Parties of up to six stay in the Low Light and keep records of al…

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust

Answers Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 December 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 5 May 1989
Where it says it operates: Fife

What causes is Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust registered for?

the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe advancement of environmental protection or improvement

Why is there no Clarity Score for Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust yet?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust as a registered charity (number SC001783) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust's charity number?: Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust's charity number is SC001783. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC001783?: Search SC001783 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 Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust do?: The Isle of May Bird Observatory’s principal objectives are to encourage the pursuit of ornithology, for the benefit of the public, and to advance the education of the public by the study of the natural history of the Isle of May. The base of the Observatory is the Low Light on the Isle of May. From April to November the Trust arranges for the Observatory to be manned on a weekly basis by volunteers. Accommodation is provided in the Low Light on a self- catering basis. The Trust is responsible for the upkeep of the Observatory. Parties of up to six stay in the Low Light and keep records of al…
Does Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust. 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 Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust?: Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust's website listed in our register data is http://www.isleofmaybirdobs.org. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
When was Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust registered as a charity?: Isle Of May Bird Observatory & Field Station Trust was entered on the register on 5 May 1989.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.