--- title: "Kirkpatrick Durham Recreation Association — check charity number SC029178 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Kirkpatrick Durham Recreation Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC029178. the advancement of education charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/kirkpatrick-durham-recreation-association retrieved: 2026-08-23T20:54:23.657Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Kirkpatrick Durham Recreation Association is a registered charity (number SC029178) 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 citizenship or community development; 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 £4,337 (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 Kirkpatrick Durham Recreation Association? Registered charity number SC029178 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £4,337 ## What does Kirkpatrick Durham Recreation Association do? The charity was set up to provide a recreational facility for the residents of Kirkpatrick Durham and the wider environs. The charity own and manage Kirkpatrick Durham Recreation Area. This area is 4.5 acres of former agricultural land with paths and woodland area. There is a small community orchard and an area with outdoor play equipment. There is a small building available for community use and private hire, this has basic catering facilities and a wheelchair accessible toilet is available. There is a polytunnel and greenhouse for community use. Monthly social gatherings are organised and… ## What causes is Kirkpatrick Durham Recreation Association registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe 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 Kirkpatrick Durham Recreation Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Kirkpatrick Durham Recreation Association 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=kirkpatrick-durham-recreation-association&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Kirkpatrick Durham Recreation Association a legitimate charity? Yes. Kirkpatrick Durham Recreation Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC029178) 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 Kirkpatrick Durham Recreation Association's charity number? Kirkpatrick Durham Recreation Association's charity number is SC029178. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC029178? Search SC029178 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 Kirkpatrick Durham Recreation Association do? The charity was set up to provide a recreational facility for the residents of Kirkpatrick Durham and the wider environs. The charity own and manage Kirkpatrick Durham Recreation Area. This area is 4.5 acres of former agricultural land with paths and woodland area. There is a small community orchard and an area with outdoor play equipment. There is a small building available for community use and private hire, this has basic catering facilities and a wheelchair accessible toilet is available. There is a polytunnel and greenhouse for community use. Monthly social gatherings are organised and… Does Kirkpatrick Durham Recreation Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Kirkpatrick Durham Recreation Association. 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 Kirkpatrick Durham Recreation Association? Kirkpatrick Durham Recreation Association 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=SC029178).