--- title: "Sandsting History Group — check charity number SC029442 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Sandsting History Group a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC029442. the advancement of education charity based in Shetland Islands. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/sandsting-history-group retrieved: 2026-08-23T06:49:27.813Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Sandsting History Group is a registered charity (number SC029442) 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. Its latest reported income was £10 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Sandsting History Group? Registered charity number SC029442 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Shetland Islands Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £10 ## What does Sandsting History Group do? To meet and discuss history in our area and subsequently hold events that interest the area ## What causes is Sandsting History Group registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Sandsting History Group yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Sandsting History Group 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=sandsting-history-group&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Sandsting History Group a legitimate charity? Yes. Sandsting History Group is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC029442) 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 Sandsting History Group's charity number? Sandsting History Group's charity number is SC029442. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC029442? Search SC029442 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 Sandsting History Group do? To meet and discuss history in our area and subsequently hold events that interest the area Does Sandsting History Group have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Sandsting History Group. 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 Sandsting History Group? Sandsting History Group 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=SC029442).