--- title: "St Mary's Preservation Trust — check charity number SC047688 | CharityCompare" description: "Is St Mary's Preservation Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047688. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Orkney Islands. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/st-mary-s-preservation-trust retrieved: 2026-08-25T15:37:04.408Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer St Mary's Preservation Trust is a registered charity (number SC047688) 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; 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 £1,093 (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 St Mary's Preservation Trust? Registered charity number SC047688 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Orkney Islands Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £1,093 Website [www.saintmarysburwick.org](http://www.saintmarysburwick.org/) ## What does St Mary's Preservation Trust do? To provide a space for community use and enjoyment such as concerts, talks, lectures and films, and increase public knowledge of the history of the church, the geography, natural environment, culture and other features of life in the local area, by providing a heritage display within the Church and collating pictorial, oral and written records and artefacts. ## What causes is St Mary's Preservation Trust registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe 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 St Mary's Preservation Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. St Mary's Preservation 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=st-mary-s-preservation-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.saintmarysburwick.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is St Mary's Preservation Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. St Mary's Preservation Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047688) 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 Mary's Preservation Trust's charity number? St Mary's Preservation Trust's charity number is SC047688. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC047688? Search SC047688 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 Mary's Preservation Trust do? To provide a space for community use and enjoyment such as concerts, talks, lectures and films, and increase public knowledge of the history of the church, the geography, natural environment, culture and other features of life in the local area, by providing a heritage display within the Church and collating pictorial, oral and written records and artefacts. Does St Mary's Preservation Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for St Mary's Preservation 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 St Mary's Preservation Trust? St Mary's Preservation Trust's website is http://www.saintmarysburwick.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=SC047688).