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title: "The Forth Naturalist and Historian — check charity number SC013270 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is The Forth Naturalist and Historian a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC013270. 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/the-forth-naturalist-and-historian
retrieved: 2026-08-25T15:20:52.644Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

The Forth Naturalist and Historian is a registered charity (number SC013270) 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 £3,606 (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 Forth Naturalist and Historian?

Registered charity number

SC013270

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Location

Stirling

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£3,606

Website

[www.fnh.stir.ac.uk](http://www.fnh.stir.ac.uk/)

## What does The Forth Naturalist and Historian do?

To increase and disseminate knowledge about the natural and cultural heritage of the Forth Valley. Our main activities are organizing the annual conference and publishing the journal.

## What causes is The Forth Naturalist and Historian registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science

## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Forth Naturalist and Historian yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Forth Naturalist and Historian 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is The Forth Naturalist and Historian a legitimate charity?

Yes. The Forth Naturalist and Historian is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC013270) 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 Forth Naturalist and Historian's charity number?

The Forth Naturalist and Historian's charity number is SC013270. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC013270?

Search SC013270 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 Forth Naturalist and Historian do?

To increase and disseminate knowledge about the natural and cultural heritage of the Forth Valley. Our main activities are organizing the annual conference and publishing the journal.

Does The Forth Naturalist and Historian have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Forth Naturalist and Historian. 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 Forth Naturalist and Historian?

The Forth Naturalist and Historian's website is http://www.fnh.stir.ac.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=SC013270).