--- title: "Scottish Mountaineering Trust — check charity number SC009117 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Scottish Mountaineering Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC009117. the advancement of education charity based in Midlothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/scottish-mountaineering-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T11:00:33.730Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Scottish Mountaineering Trust is a registered charity (number SC009117) 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 provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £62,045 (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 Mountaineering Trust? Registered charity number SC009117 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Midlothian Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £62,045 Website [thesmt.org.uk](http://thesmt.org.uk/) ## What does Scottish Mountaineering Trust do? 3. The primary objectives of the Trust are to promote and support the health, education and recreation of members of the public by encouraging their safe participation in mountain activities in Scotland and elsewhere. The Trust does this by making grants and loans to individuals, clubs and charitable bodies who are seeking funding to assist in projects which further the primary objectives of the Trust. The Trustees meet twice a year (April and October) to consider applications for funding. In addition the Trust owns all the share capital in Scottish Mountaineering Trust (Publications) Limited… ## What causes is Scottish Mountaineering Trust registered for? the advancement of educationthe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Scottish Mountaineering Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Scottish Mountaineering 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-mountaineering-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://thesmt.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Scottish Mountaineering Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Scottish Mountaineering Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC009117) 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 Mountaineering Trust's charity number? Scottish Mountaineering Trust's charity number is SC009117. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC009117? Search SC009117 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 Mountaineering Trust do? 3. The primary objectives of the Trust are to promote and support the health, education and recreation of members of the public by encouraging their safe participation in mountain activities in Scotland and elsewhere. The Trust does this by making grants and loans to individuals, clubs and charitable bodies who are seeking funding to assist in projects which further the primary objectives of the Trust. The Trustees meet twice a year (April and October) to consider applications for funding. In addition the Trust owns all the share capital in Scottish Mountaineering Trust (Publications) Limited… Does Scottish Mountaineering Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Scottish Mountaineering 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 Mountaineering Trust? Scottish Mountaineering Trust's website is http://thesmt.org.uk — 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=SC009117).