--- title: "Muirneag na Mara SCIO — check charity number SC053930 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Muirneag na Mara SCIO a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053930. the advancement of education charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/muirneag-na-mara-scio retrieved: 2026-08-24T23:55:32.853Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Muirneag na Mara SCIO is a registered charity (number SC053930) 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. Its latest reported income was £1,674 (year ending 2026-01-31). 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 Muirneag na Mara SCIO? Registered charity number SC053930 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2026-01-31) £1,674 Website [www.muirneag.org](http://www.muirneag.org/) ## What does Muirneag na Mara SCIO do? The charity has been established to rebuild and operate the historic 80ft (24m) sailing vessel - the herring lugger SV Muirneag ('Darling Girl' in Gaelic). Upon its completion it will be the only seaworthy class one Zulu in existence (see History section). Once it is built, fully coded and licensed it will be based in Ullapool and Stornoway, operating primarily in NW Scotland and the Hebrides, with longer range cruises to cover all of the British Isles, and potentially Europe and the Baltics. The objective of the Muirneag Project is to create a world class community asset, a fundamental drive… ## What causes is Muirneag na Mara SCIO registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Muirneag na Mara SCIO yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Muirneag na Mara SCIO 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=muirneag-na-mara-scio&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.muirneag.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Muirneag na Mara SCIO a legitimate charity? Yes. Muirneag na Mara SCIO is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053930) 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 Muirneag na Mara SCIO's charity number? Muirneag na Mara SCIO's charity number is SC053930. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053930? Search SC053930 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 Muirneag na Mara SCIO do? The charity has been established to rebuild and operate the historic 80ft (24m) sailing vessel - the herring lugger SV Muirneag ('Darling Girl' in Gaelic). Upon its completion it will be the only seaworthy class one Zulu in existence (see History section). Once it is built, fully coded and licensed it will be based in Ullapool and Stornoway, operating primarily in NW Scotland and the Hebrides, with longer range cruises to cover all of the British Isles, and potentially Europe and the Baltics. The objective of the Muirneag Project is to create a world class community asset, a fundamental drive… Does Muirneag na Mara SCIO have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Muirneag na Mara SCIO. 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 Muirneag na Mara SCIO? Muirneag na Mara SCIO's website is http://www.muirneag.org — 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=SC053930).