--- title: "St Columba's - Poltalloch — check charity number SC031391 | CharityCompare" description: "Is St Columba's - Poltalloch a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC031391. the advancement of religion charity based in Argyll And Bute. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/st-columba-s-poltalloch retrieved: 2026-08-25T10:19:22.954Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer St Columba's - Poltalloch is a registered charity (number SC031391) 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 religion. Its latest reported income was £13,467 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 St Columba's - Poltalloch? Registered charity number SC031391 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Argyll And Bute Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £13,467 ## What does St Columba's - Poltalloch do? The charity was set up by a Deed of Constitution in 1854 to ensure that the church, situate at St Columba's Poltalloch, is maintained, used and occupied as a place of worship for the celebration of divine service within the Scottish Episcopal Church and subject to the jurisdiction of the Bishop of the Diocese of Argyll and the Isles. The Trustees are responsible for maintaining the building and graveyard, and for ensuring that regular services are celebrated. The church is also available for concerts, and for the celebration of weddings, funerals and other religious ceremonies. ## What causes is St Columba's - Poltalloch registered for? the advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for St Columba's - Poltalloch yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. St Columba's - Poltalloch 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=st-columba-s-poltalloch&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is St Columba's - Poltalloch a legitimate charity? Yes. St Columba's - Poltalloch is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC031391) 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 St Columba's - Poltalloch's charity number? St Columba's - Poltalloch's charity number is SC031391. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC031391? Search SC031391 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 St Columba's - Poltalloch do? The charity was set up by a Deed of Constitution in 1854 to ensure that the church, situate at St Columba's Poltalloch, is maintained, used and occupied as a place of worship for the celebration of divine service within the Scottish Episcopal Church and subject to the jurisdiction of the Bishop of the Diocese of Argyll and the Isles. The Trustees are responsible for maintaining the building and graveyard, and for ensuring that regular services are celebrated. The church is also available for concerts, and for the celebration of weddings, funerals and other religious ceremonies. Does St Columba's - Poltalloch have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for St Columba's - Poltalloch. 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 St Columba's - Poltalloch? St Columba's - Poltalloch 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=SC031391).