--- title: "Stirling Orchestra — check charity number SC036243 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Stirling Orchestra a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC036243. 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-orchestra retrieved: 2026-08-25T23:59:09.454Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Stirling Orchestra is a registered charity (number SC036243) 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 £15,315 (year ending 2025-08-01). 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 Orchestra? Registered charity number SC036243 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Stirling Latest income (year ending 2025-08-01) £15,315 Website [www.stirlingorchestra.org.uk](http://www.stirlingorchestra.org.uk/) ## What does Stirling Orchestra do? The Charity was set up to undertake rehearsals and performances of a wide variety of classical music involving members of the society, soloists, conservatoire instrumental students and amateur specialist instrumentalists. This year it included an orchestral concert in December with a local violin soloist, a Spring concert of music by Scandinavian composers, and finished the session in May with concert programme of Bruckner’s 4th symphony and Chabrier’s Suite Pastorale. The orchestra relished the challenge of the different styles of music in these varied orchestral programmes, which were well… ## What causes is Stirling Orchestra registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Stirling Orchestra yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Stirling Orchestra 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-orchestra&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.stirlingorchestra.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Stirling Orchestra a legitimate charity? Yes. Stirling Orchestra is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC036243) 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 Orchestra's charity number? Stirling Orchestra's charity number is SC036243. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC036243? Search SC036243 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 Orchestra do? The Charity was set up to undertake rehearsals and performances of a wide variety of classical music involving members of the society, soloists, conservatoire instrumental students and amateur specialist instrumentalists. This year it included an orchestral concert in December with a local violin soloist, a Spring concert of music by Scandinavian composers, and finished the session in May with concert programme of Bruckner’s 4th symphony and Chabrier’s Suite Pastorale. The orchestra relished the challenge of the different styles of music in these varied orchestral programmes, which were well… Does Stirling Orchestra have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Stirling Orchestra. 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 Orchestra? Stirling Orchestra's website is http://www.stirlingorchestra.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=SC036243).