--- title: "National Angling Museum — check charity number SC042038 | CharityCompare" description: "Is National Angling Museum a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC042038. the advancement of education charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/national-angling-museum retrieved: 2026-08-23T08:24:54.005Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer National Angling Museum is a registered charity (number SC042038) 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. 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 National Angling Museum? Registered charity number SC042038 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland ## What does National Angling Museum do? The objects of the charity are to further the education of the public in angling and the history of angling by the establishment and maintenance of a museum. ## What causes is National Angling Museum registered for? the advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for National Angling Museum yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. National Angling Museum 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=national-angling-museum&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is National Angling Museum a legitimate charity? Yes. National Angling Museum is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC042038) 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 National Angling Museum's charity number? National Angling Museum's charity number is SC042038. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC042038? Search SC042038 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 National Angling Museum do? The objects of the charity are to further the education of the public in angling and the history of angling by the establishment and maintenance of a museum. Does National Angling Museum have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for National Angling Museum. 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 National Angling Museum? National Angling Museum 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=SC042038).