Stornoway Historical Society
Stornoway Historical Society is a registered charity in Scotland working in the advancement of education, the advancement of citizenship or community development, the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science, based in Western Isles.
Quick answer
What are the key facts about Stornoway Historical Society?
- Registered charity number
- SC023424
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- Unincorporated association
- Location
- Western Isles
- Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31)
- £18,293
What does Stornoway Historical Society do?
The charity was set up to raise awareness of and preserve the history, heritage and culture of the town of Stornoway and the surrounding area. The charity actively participates in the presentation of information on the town through exhibitions, public lectures and publications. The charity also maintains, preserves and adds to its collection and archive.
What causes is Stornoway Historical Society registered for?
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Stornoway Historical Society a legitimate charity?
- Yes. Stornoway Historical Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC023424) 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 Stornoway Historical Society's charity number?
- Stornoway Historical Society's charity number is SC023424. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
- How do I check charity number SC023424?
- Search SC023424 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 Stornoway Historical Society do?
- The charity was set up to raise awareness of and preserve the history, heritage and culture of the town of Stornoway and the surrounding area. The charity actively participates in the presentation of information on the town through exhibitions, public lectures and publications. The charity also maintains, preserves and adds to its collection and archive.
- Does Stornoway Historical Society have reviews and complaints?
- CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Stornoway Historical 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 Stornoway Historical Society?
- Stornoway Historical Society's website is http://www.stornowayhistoricalsociety.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. Always verify current details on the official register entry.