--- title: "Orkney Fossill of Heritage Centre — check charity number SC030671 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Orkney Fossill of Heritage Centre a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC030671. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Orkney Islands. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/orkney-fossill-of-heritage-centre retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:51:41.094Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Orkney Fossill of Heritage Centre is a registered charity (number SC030671) 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 £60,550 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Orkney Fossill of Heritage Centre? Registered charity number SC030671 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Orkney Islands Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £60,550 ## What does Orkney Fossill of Heritage Centre do? The object for which the company is established is to advance the education of the public concerning the culture, history, environment & development of Orkney throughout the ages. In furtherance thereof but not otherwise: (i) To promote & develop in Orkney & elsewhere general & specialist interest in all aspects of science, technology, palaeontology, palaeology, palaeobiology, palaeobotany, palaeogeography, palaeozoology, palaeoanthropology, archaeology including industrial archaeology, antiquarianism & the cultural, social, agrarian & domestic history of Orkney. (ii) To do all such things as… ## What causes is Orkney Fossill of Heritage Centre registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Orkney Fossill of Heritage Centre yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Orkney Fossill of Heritage Centre 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=orkney-fossill-of-heritage-centre&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Orkney Fossill of Heritage Centre a legitimate charity? Yes. Orkney Fossill of Heritage Centre is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC030671) 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 Orkney Fossill of Heritage Centre's charity number? Orkney Fossill of Heritage Centre's charity number is SC030671. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC030671? Search SC030671 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 Orkney Fossill of Heritage Centre do? The object for which the company is established is to advance the education of the public concerning the culture, history, environment & development of Orkney throughout the ages. In furtherance thereof but not otherwise: (i) To promote & develop in Orkney & elsewhere general & specialist interest in all aspects of science, technology, palaeontology, palaeology, palaeobiology, palaeobotany, palaeogeography, palaeozoology, palaeoanthropology, archaeology including industrial archaeology, antiquarianism & the cultural, social, agrarian & domestic history of Orkney. (ii) To do all such things as… Does Orkney Fossill of Heritage Centre have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Orkney Fossill of Heritage Centre. 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 Orkney Fossill of Heritage Centre? Orkney Fossill of Heritage Centre 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=SC030671).