--- title: "Lanark Amateur Musical Society — check charity number SC005126 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Lanark Amateur Musical Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC005126. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in South Lanarkshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/lanark-amateur-musical-society retrieved: 2026-08-23T05:33:21.466Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Lanark Amateur Musical Society is a registered charity (number SC005126) 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 £20,821 (year ending 2023-05-15). 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 Lanark Amateur Musical Society? Registered charity number SC005126 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location South Lanarkshire Latest income (year ending 2023-05-15) £20,821 Website [www.lams.org.uk](http://www.lams.org.uk/) ## What does Lanark Amateur Musical Society do? 2. The objects of the Society shall be the study and performance of operatic works. The proceeds or part of them from performances after a reasonable reserve for future performances has been made are to be donated to such charitable organisations as the Committee shall from time to time determine and in furtherance of these objects but not otherwise the Society through its Manaement Committee shall have the following powers. (a) To purchase, acquire and obtain interests in the copyright of or the right to perform or show dramatic or opera tic works. (b) To purchase, or otherwise acquire, pl… ## What causes is Lanark Amateur Musical Society registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Lanark Amateur Musical Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Lanark Amateur Musical Society 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=lanark-amateur-musical-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.lams.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Lanark Amateur Musical Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Lanark Amateur Musical Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC005126) 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 Lanark Amateur Musical Society's charity number? Lanark Amateur Musical Society's charity number is SC005126. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC005126? Search SC005126 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 Lanark Amateur Musical Society do? 2. The objects of the Society shall be the study and performance of operatic works. The proceeds or part of them from performances after a reasonable reserve for future performances has been made are to be donated to such charitable organisations as the Committee shall from time to time determine and in furtherance of these objects but not otherwise the Society through its Manaement Committee shall have the following powers. (a) To purchase, acquire and obtain interests in the copyright of or the right to perform or show dramatic or opera tic works. (b) To purchase, or otherwise acquire, pl… Does Lanark Amateur Musical Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lanark Amateur Musical Society. 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 Lanark Amateur Musical Society? Lanark Amateur Musical Society's website is http://www.lams.org.uk — 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=SC005126).