--- title: "Orkney Historic Boat Society — check charity number SC044884 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Orkney Historic Boat Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC044884. 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-historic-boat-society retrieved: 2026-08-23T12:25:56.397Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Orkney Historic Boat Society is a registered charity (number SC044884) 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 £6,554 (year ending 2025-04-05). 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 Historic Boat Society? Registered charity number SC044884 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Orkney Islands Latest income (year ending 2025-04-05) £6,554 Website [www.ohbs.org](http://www.ohbs.org/) ## What does Orkney Historic Boat Society do? Preserve and interpret and communicate Orkney's maritime heritage, in particular by collecting and preserving historic Orkney boats. ## What causes is Orkney Historic Boat Society registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Orkney Historic Boat Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Orkney Historic Boat 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=orkney-historic-boat-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ohbs.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Orkney Historic Boat Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Orkney Historic Boat Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC044884) 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 Historic Boat Society's charity number? Orkney Historic Boat Society's charity number is SC044884. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC044884? Search SC044884 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 Historic Boat Society do? Preserve and interpret and communicate Orkney's maritime heritage, in particular by collecting and preserving historic Orkney boats. Does Orkney Historic Boat Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Orkney Historic Boat 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 Orkney Historic Boat Society? Orkney Historic Boat Society's website is http://www.ohbs.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=SC044884).