--- title: "Ssbka — check charity number SC048334 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ssbka a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048334. the advancement of education 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/ssbka retrieved: 2026-08-25T08:15:49.165Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ssbka is a registered charity (number SC048334) 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 environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £15,296 (year ending 2026-01-31). 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 Ssbka? Registered charity number SC048334 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2026-01-31) £15,296 Website [www.southofscotlandbeekeepers.co.uk](http://www.southofscotlandbeekeepers.co.uk/) ## What does Ssbka do? Meetings were held through the year to promote beekeeping and educate members. Courses were held for beginners to introduce them to beekeeping. Members took exams in beekeeping. Honey was produced during the course of the year in the charity's apiary and sold to raise funds or donated to raise awareness. ## What causes is Ssbka registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ssbka yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ssbka 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=ssbka&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.southofscotlandbeekeepers.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ssbka a legitimate charity? Yes. Ssbka is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048334) 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 Ssbka's charity number? Ssbka's charity number is SC048334. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048334? Search SC048334 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 Ssbka do? Meetings were held through the year to promote beekeeping and educate members. Courses were held for beginners to introduce them to beekeeping. Members took exams in beekeeping. Honey was produced during the course of the year in the charity's apiary and sold to raise funds or donated to raise awareness. Does Ssbka have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ssbka. 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 Ssbka? Ssbka's website is http://www.southofscotlandbeekeepers.co.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=SC048334).