--- title: "The Field Group (Duddingston) — check charity number SC045240 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Field Group (Duddingston) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC045240. the advancement of education charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-field-group-duddingston retrieved: 2026-08-25T14:02:36.415Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Field Group (Duddingston) is a registered charity (number SC045240) 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 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; the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £1,271 (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 The Field Group (Duddingston)? Registered charity number SC045240 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £1,271 Website [www.duddingstonfield.org.uk](http://www.duddingstonfield.org.uk/) ## What does The Field Group (Duddingston) do? The charity is set up to manage an area of land 'Duddingston Field' (or 'the Field') that is owned by the City of Edinburgh Council, separated from Holyrood Park by a stone wall. It aims to benefit visitors and local residents walking through the Field, to enhance wildlife, and for the public to learn and apply skills in habitat management. It does this by having regular work days where volunteers manage the network of paths, plant trees, prune the orchard and maintain the grassland, and by regular events such as the annual 'Apple Day' where the various apple varieties are made available to s… ## What causes is The Field Group (Duddingston) registered for? the advancement of educationthe 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 intendedthe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Field Group (Duddingston) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Field Group (Duddingston) 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=the-field-group-duddingston&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.duddingstonfield.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Field Group (Duddingston) a legitimate charity? Yes. The Field Group (Duddingston) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC045240) 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 The Field Group (Duddingston)'s charity number? The Field Group (Duddingston)'s charity number is SC045240. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC045240? Search SC045240 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 The Field Group (Duddingston) do? The charity is set up to manage an area of land 'Duddingston Field' (or 'the Field') that is owned by the City of Edinburgh Council, separated from Holyrood Park by a stone wall. It aims to benefit visitors and local residents walking through the Field, to enhance wildlife, and for the public to learn and apply skills in habitat management. It does this by having regular work days where volunteers manage the network of paths, plant trees, prune the orchard and maintain the grassland, and by regular events such as the annual 'Apple Day' where the various apple varieties are made available to s… Does The Field Group (Duddingston) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Field Group (Duddingston). 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 The Field Group (Duddingston)? The Field Group (Duddingston)'s website is http://www.duddingstonfield.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=SC045240).