--- title: "John O'Groats Development Trust — check charity number SC048716 | CharityCompare" description: "Is John O'Groats Development Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048716. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/john-o-groats-development-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:04:54.554Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer John O'Groats Development Trust is a registered charity (number SC048716) 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; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £4,030 (year ending 2025-04-30). 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 John O'Groats Development Trust? Registered charity number SC048716 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2025-04-30) £4,030 Website [www.johnogroatsdt.org](http://www.johnogroatsdt.org/) ## What does John O'Groats Development Trust do? To enhance the lives of locals and visitors alike by making the area a better place to live and visit. We do this by delivering project that enhance this. ## What causes is John O'Groats Development Trust registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for John O'Groats Development Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. John O'Groats Development Trust 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=john-o-groats-development-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.johnogroatsdt.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is John O'Groats Development Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. John O'Groats Development Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048716) 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 John O'Groats Development Trust's charity number? John O'Groats Development Trust's charity number is SC048716. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048716? Search SC048716 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 John O'Groats Development Trust do? To enhance the lives of locals and visitors alike by making the area a better place to live and visit. We do this by delivering project that enhance this. Does John O'Groats Development Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for John O'Groats Development 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 John O'Groats Development Trust? John O'Groats Development Trust's website is http://www.johnogroatsdt.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=SC048716).