--- title: "Murray Library — check charity number SC001142 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Murray Library a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC001142. the advancement of education charity based in Fife. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/murray-library retrieved: 2026-08-25T00:48:04.874Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Murray Library is a registered charity (number SC001142) 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; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £48,387 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Murray Library? Registered charity number SC001142 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Fife Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £48,387 Website [www.anstruther.info](http://www.anstruther.info/) ## What does Murray Library do? see above charitable purposes ## What causes is Murray Library registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Murray Library yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Murray Library 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=murray-library&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.anstruther.info/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Murray Library a legitimate charity? Yes. Murray Library is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC001142) 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 Murray Library's charity number? Murray Library's charity number is SC001142. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC001142? Search SC001142 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 Murray Library do? see above charitable purposes Does Murray Library have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Murray Library. 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 Murray Library? Murray Library's website is http://www.anstruther.info — 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=SC001142).