--- title: "Sanquhar and District Silver Band — check charity number SC050450 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Sanquhar and District Silver Band a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC050450. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/sanquhar-and-district-silver-band retrieved: 2026-08-23T09:32:09.150Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Sanquhar and District Silver Band is a registered charity (number SC050450) 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 £9,178 (year ending 2026-03-31). 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 Sanquhar and District Silver Band? Registered charity number SC050450 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31) £9,178 Website [Fionadyer@aol.com](http://Fionadyer@aol.com/) ## What does Sanquhar and District Silver Band do? We exist to promote music and the arts via the medium of Brass Band. We provide free tuition within the band, and try to promote a friendly atmosphere where we can enjoy music, with the opportunity to engage with people of all ages. Practices are held weekly, with additional practices should the need arise. We play at a variety of events throughout the year, some as fund-raisers for ourselves, and some to help other organisations raise funds. ## What causes is Sanquhar and District Silver Band registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Sanquhar and District Silver Band yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Sanquhar and District Silver Band 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=sanquhar-and-district-silver-band&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://Fionadyer@aol.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Sanquhar and District Silver Band a legitimate charity? Yes. Sanquhar and District Silver Band is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC050450) 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 Sanquhar and District Silver Band's charity number? Sanquhar and District Silver Band's charity number is SC050450. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC050450? Search SC050450 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 Sanquhar and District Silver Band do? We exist to promote music and the arts via the medium of Brass Band. We provide free tuition within the band, and try to promote a friendly atmosphere where we can enjoy music, with the opportunity to engage with people of all ages. Practices are held weekly, with additional practices should the need arise. We play at a variety of events throughout the year, some as fund-raisers for ourselves, and some to help other organisations raise funds. Does Sanquhar and District Silver Band have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Sanquhar and District Silver Band. 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 Sanquhar and District Silver Band? Sanquhar and District Silver Band's website is http://Fionadyer@aol.com — 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=SC050450).