--- title: "Norse Mill Society — check charity number SC024139 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Norse Mill Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC024139. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Western Isles. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/norse-mill-society retrieved: 2026-08-23T21:56:41.570Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Norse Mill Society is a registered charity (number SC024139) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £18,778 (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 Norse Mill Society? Registered charity number SC024139 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Western Isles Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £18,778 ## What does Norse Mill Society do? The charity was set up to care for, maintain and preserve the Shawbost Norse mill and kiln buildings, mill workings and surrounding area including access to the site. The mill was restored to its present form in 1993/1994 with the kiln being built in 1996. The charity's aim has been to keep the site as near the original as possible, so as to show visitors what this example of crofting life was like. ## What causes is Norse Mill Society registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Norse Mill Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Norse Mill Society 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=norse-mill-society&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Norse Mill Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Norse Mill Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC024139) 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 Norse Mill Society's charity number? Norse Mill Society's charity number is SC024139. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC024139? Search SC024139 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 Norse Mill Society do? The charity was set up to care for, maintain and preserve the Shawbost Norse mill and kiln buildings, mill workings and surrounding area including access to the site. The mill was restored to its present form in 1993/1994 with the kiln being built in 1996. The charity's aim has been to keep the site as near the original as possible, so as to show visitors what this example of crofting life was like. Does Norse Mill Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Norse Mill Society. 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 Norse Mill Society? Norse Mill Society 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=SC024139).