--- title: "Scottish Maritime Museum Trust — check charity number SC007133 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Scottish Maritime Museum Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC007133. the advancement of education charity based in North Ayrshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/scottish-maritime-museum-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T12:06:03.510Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Scottish Maritime Museum Trust is a registered charity (number SC007133) 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 citizenship or community development; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £882,090 (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 Scottish Maritime Museum Trust? Registered charity number SC007133 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location North Ayrshire Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £882,090 Website [www.scottishmaritimemuseum.org](http://www.scottishmaritimemuseum.org/) ## What does Scottish Maritime Museum Trust do? To care for and interpret the Museum collection and to operate the sites at Irvine and Dumbarton responsibly, effectively, and sustainably. to connect the people and communities of Scotland to their shared national maritime heritage. to be a Museum with international perspective and local roots. to inform, educate and inspire visitors of Scotland's unique maritime heritage, its diversity and contemporary relevance. to provide a range of training and educational opportunities and to participate, engage and actively support host communities in Irvine and Dumbarton and reach into communities acr… ## What causes is Scottish Maritime Museum Trust registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Scottish Maritime Museum Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Scottish Maritime Museum Trust 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=scottish-maritime-museum-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.scottishmaritimemuseum.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Scottish Maritime Museum Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Scottish Maritime Museum Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC007133) 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 Scottish Maritime Museum Trust's charity number? Scottish Maritime Museum Trust's charity number is SC007133. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC007133? Search SC007133 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 Scottish Maritime Museum Trust do? To care for and interpret the Museum collection and to operate the sites at Irvine and Dumbarton responsibly, effectively, and sustainably. to connect the people and communities of Scotland to their shared national maritime heritage. to be a Museum with international perspective and local roots. to inform, educate and inspire visitors of Scotland's unique maritime heritage, its diversity and contemporary relevance. to provide a range of training and educational opportunities and to participate, engage and actively support host communities in Irvine and Dumbarton and reach into communities acr… Does Scottish Maritime Museum Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Scottish Maritime Museum Trust. 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 Scottish Maritime Museum Trust? Scottish Maritime Museum Trust's website is http://www.scottishmaritimemuseum.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=SC007133).