--- title: "Loudoun Kirk Preservation Trust — check charity number SC027987 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Loudoun Kirk Preservation Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC027987. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in East Ayrshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/loudoun-kirk-preservation-trust retrieved: 2026-08-24T23:11:13.358Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Loudoun Kirk Preservation Trust is a registered charity (number SC027987) 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; the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. 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 Loudoun Kirk Preservation Trust? Registered charity number SC027987 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location East Ayrshire ## What does Loudoun Kirk Preservation Trust do? The charity holds Loudoun Kirk, a 12th Century building, near Galston, Ayrshire. It was set up to restore the Kirk, and part if of it now has a roof, and keep it and its surrounds in good repair. It is open to the public on Doors' Open Days and we open, when requested, to local groups and school children and give them information on its history and that of Loudoun Castle. ## What causes is Loudoun Kirk Preservation 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 Loudoun Kirk Preservation Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Loudoun Kirk Preservation 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=loudoun-kirk-preservation-trust&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Loudoun Kirk Preservation Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Loudoun Kirk Preservation Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC027987) 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 Loudoun Kirk Preservation Trust's charity number? Loudoun Kirk Preservation Trust's charity number is SC027987. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC027987? Search SC027987 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 Loudoun Kirk Preservation Trust do? The charity holds Loudoun Kirk, a 12th Century building, near Galston, Ayrshire. It was set up to restore the Kirk, and part if of it now has a roof, and keep it and its surrounds in good repair. It is open to the public on Doors' Open Days and we open, when requested, to local groups and school children and give them information on its history and that of Loudoun Castle. Does Loudoun Kirk Preservation Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Loudoun Kirk Preservation 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 Loudoun Kirk Preservation Trust? Loudoun Kirk Preservation Trust 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=SC027987).