--- title: "The Fling — check charity number SC042559 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Fling a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC042559. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Stirling. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-fling retrieved: 2026-08-25T14:01:56.678Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Fling is a registered charity (number SC042559) 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 citizenship or community development; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £8,550 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Fling? Registered charity number SC042559 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Stirling Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £8,550 Website [www.dunblanefling.com](http://www.dunblanefling.com/) ## What does The Fling do? We run an annual event on the last Saturday in May which is a community driven event and open to all residents and visitors to Dunblane. We involve local groups and organisations and provide an afternoon of music, dance and entertainment for all ages, with lots of stalls and activities. ## What causes is The Fling registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Fling yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Fling 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-fling&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.dunblanefling.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Fling a legitimate charity? Yes. The Fling is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC042559) 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 Fling's charity number? The Fling's charity number is SC042559. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC042559? Search SC042559 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 Fling do? We run an annual event on the last Saturday in May which is a community driven event and open to all residents and visitors to Dunblane. We involve local groups and organisations and provide an afternoon of music, dance and entertainment for all ages, with lots of stalls and activities. Does The Fling have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Fling. 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 Fling? The Fling's website is http://www.dunblanefling.com — 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=SC042559).