--- title: "Stirling Local History Society — check charity number SC038247 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Stirling Local History Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC038247. the advancement of education charity based in Stirling. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/stirling-local-history-society retrieved: 2026-08-26T00:09:02.824Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Stirling Local History Society is a registered charity (number SC038247) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £1,153 (year ending 2025-01-31). 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 Stirling Local History Society? Registered charity number SC038247 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Stirling Latest income (year ending 2025-01-31) £1,153 Website [www.stirling-lhs.org.uk](http://www.stirling-lhs.org.uk/) ## What does Stirling Local History Society do? Our charity is set up to provide a forum for discussing and promoting interest in the history of Stirling and surrounding area. This is achieved mainly through monthly public talks and our website. The website receives enquiries from around the world about various aspects on Stirling's history which attempt to answer. We also aim to encourage research, and produce and sale small pamphlets and books on local history. ## What causes is Stirling Local History Society registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Stirling Local History Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Stirling Local History Society 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=stirling-local-history-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.stirling-lhs.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Stirling Local History Society a legitimate charity? Yes. Stirling Local History Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC038247) 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 Stirling Local History Society's charity number? Stirling Local History Society's charity number is SC038247. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC038247? Search SC038247 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 Stirling Local History Society do? Our charity is set up to provide a forum for discussing and promoting interest in the history of Stirling and surrounding area. This is achieved mainly through monthly public talks and our website. The website receives enquiries from around the world about various aspects on Stirling's history which attempt to answer. We also aim to encourage research, and produce and sale small pamphlets and books on local history. Does Stirling Local History Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Stirling Local History Society. 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 Stirling Local History Society? Stirling Local History Society's website is http://www.stirling-lhs.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=SC038247).