--- title: "The High Free Church — check charity number SC045431 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The High Free Church a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC045431. the advancement of religion charity based in Western Isles. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-high-free-church retrieved: 2026-08-26T07:56:46.589Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The High Free Church is a registered charity (number SC045431) 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 religion. Its latest reported income was £222,696 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 High Free Church? Registered charity number SC045431 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Western Isles Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £222,696 Website [www.highfreechurch.co.uk](http://www.highfreechurch.co.uk/) ## What does The High Free Church do? The charity came into being in 2014 as an Associate Congregation within the Western Isles Presbytery of the Free Church of Scotland after the congregation dissociated from the Church of Scotland. The congregation is authorised by the Church to have a minister paid from central funds of the Church and the Rev Hugh Ferrier was inducted to the charge of the congregation in November 2015. The congregation owns a manse but does not own a church building. The congregation meets for Sunday morning and evening services and weekly prayer meetings are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The weekly Saturda… ## What causes is The High Free Church registered for? the advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The High Free Church yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The High Free Church 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-high-free-church&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.highfreechurch.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The High Free Church a legitimate charity? Yes. The High Free Church is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC045431) 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 High Free Church's charity number? The High Free Church's charity number is SC045431. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC045431? Search SC045431 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 High Free Church do? The charity came into being in 2014 as an Associate Congregation within the Western Isles Presbytery of the Free Church of Scotland after the congregation dissociated from the Church of Scotland. The congregation is authorised by the Church to have a minister paid from central funds of the Church and the Rev Hugh Ferrier was inducted to the charge of the congregation in November 2015. The congregation owns a manse but does not own a church building. The congregation meets for Sunday morning and evening services and weekly prayer meetings are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The weekly Saturda… Does The High Free Church have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The High Free Church. 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 High Free Church? The High Free Church's website is http://www.highfreechurch.co.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=SC045431).