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title: "Martyn Bennett Trust — check charity number SC036438 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Martyn Bennett Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC036438. the advancement of education charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/martyn-bennett-trust
retrieved: 2026-08-23T17:51:23.926Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Martyn Bennett Trust is a registered charity (number SC036438) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science; any other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes. Its latest reported income was £6,502 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Martyn Bennett Trust?

Registered charity number

SC036438

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment)

Location

City of Edinburgh

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£6,502

Website

[www.martynbennett.com](http://www.martynbennett.com/)

## What does Martyn Bennett Trust do?

Further the education of the public and to help educate young musicians. To protect and promote the music of Martyn Bennett.

## What causes is Martyn Bennett Trust registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or scienceany other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Martyn Bennett Trust yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Martyn Bennett 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.
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## Frequently asked questions

Is Martyn Bennett Trust a legitimate charity?

Yes. Martyn Bennett Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC036438) 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 Martyn Bennett Trust's charity number?

Martyn Bennett Trust's charity number is SC036438. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC036438?

Search SC036438 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 Martyn Bennett Trust do?

Further the education of the public and to help educate young musicians. To protect and promote the music of Martyn Bennett.

Does Martyn Bennett Trust have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Martyn Bennett 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 Martyn Bennett Trust?

Martyn Bennett Trust's website is http://www.martynbennett.com — 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=SC036438).