--- title: "Major Sinclair Memorial Pipe Band — check charity number NIC104129 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Major Sinclair Memorial Pipe Band a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number NIC104129. The advancement of education charity based in County Antrim. Official CCNI record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/major-sinclair-memorial-pipe-band retrieved: 2026-08-23T03:00:01.888Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Major Sinclair Memorial Pipe Band is a registered charity (number NIC104129) on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) 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 advancement of the arts. Its latest reported income was £42,157 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Major Sinclair Memorial Pipe Band? Registered charity number NIC104129 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location County Antrim Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £42,157 Website [www.facebook.com/majorsinclairmemorial?fref=ts](https://www.facebook.com/majorsinclairmemorial?fref=ts) ## What does Major Sinclair Memorial Pipe Band do? The objects of the Band shall be: (a) To promote and develop the playing of the Highland bagpipe and pipe band drumming to provide tuition in piping and drumming (b) To advance, improve, develop and maintain public education in, and appreciation of, the art of piping and drumming. (c) To preserve and promote the culture and heritage of the areaTo participate in public performances as a band in the community and in competitions (d) To promote the art of piping and drumming in an open and inclusive manner to everyone within society, particularly young people living in and around Newtownabbey. ## What causes is Major Sinclair Memorial Pipe Band registered for? The advancement of educationThe advancement of citizenship or community developmentThe advancement of the arts ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Major Sinclair Memorial Pipe Band yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Major Sinclair Memorial Pipe Band 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=major-sinclair-memorial-pipe-band&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.facebook.com/majorsinclairmemorial?fref=ts) ## Frequently asked questions Is Major Sinclair Memorial Pipe Band a legitimate charity? Yes. Major Sinclair Memorial Pipe Band is a legitimate registered charity (charity number NIC104129) regulated by the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Major Sinclair Memorial Pipe Band's charity number? Major Sinclair Memorial Pipe Band's charity number is NIC104129. Check that number on the CCNI register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number NIC104129? Search NIC104129 on the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does Major Sinclair Memorial Pipe Band do? The objects of the Band shall be: (a) To promote and develop the playing of the Highland bagpipe and pipe band drumming to provide tuition in piping and drumming (b) To advance, improve, develop and maintain public education in, and appreciation of, the art of piping and drumming. (c) To preserve and promote the culture and heritage of the areaTo participate in public performances as a band in the community and in competitions (d) To promote the art of piping and drumming in an open and inclusive manner to everyone within society, particularly young people living in and around Newtownabbey. Does Major Sinclair Memorial Pipe Band have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Major Sinclair Memorial Pipe Band. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to Major Sinclair Memorial Pipe Band? Major Sinclair Memorial Pipe Band's website is https://www.facebook.com/majorsinclairmemorial?fref=ts — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI) register extract dated 2026-08-12, 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.charitycommissionni.org.uk/charity-search/charity-details-page/?regId=104129&subId=0).