--- title: "The Hydrographic Society UK — check charity number SC049662 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Hydrographic Society UK a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC049662. the advancement of education charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-hydrographic-society-uk-2 retrieved: 2026-08-26T11:11:09.428Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Hydrographic Society UK is a registered charity (number SC049662) 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 £110,947 (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 Hydrographic Society UK? Registered charity number SC049662 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £110,947 Website [www.ths.org.uk](http://www.ths.org.uk/) ## What does The Hydrographic Society UK do? The Society's Objects are:- 2.1 to promote the science of surveying at sea and related sciences and technologies. 2.2 to provide a centre for meetings and a channel for correspondence and the exchange of information between technologists and other engaged or interested in hydrography and related sciences. 2.3 to promote and co-ordinate the study and practice of such sciences and Technologies in all or any of their aspects. 2.4 to accumulate, extend and disseminate amongst the members of the Society and others information, knowledge and expertise relating thereto in any part of the world. and… ## What causes is The Hydrographic Society UK registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Hydrographic Society UK yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Hydrographic Society UK 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-hydrographic-society-uk-2&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ths.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Hydrographic Society UK a legitimate charity? Yes. The Hydrographic Society UK is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC049662) 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 Hydrographic Society UK's charity number? The Hydrographic Society UK's charity number is SC049662. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC049662? Search SC049662 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 Hydrographic Society UK do? The Society's Objects are:- 2.1 to promote the science of surveying at sea and related sciences and technologies. 2.2 to provide a centre for meetings and a channel for correspondence and the exchange of information between technologists and other engaged or interested in hydrography and related sciences. 2.3 to promote and co-ordinate the study and practice of such sciences and Technologies in all or any of their aspects. 2.4 to accumulate, extend and disseminate amongst the members of the Society and others information, knowledge and expertise relating thereto in any part of the world. and… Does The Hydrographic Society UK have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Hydrographic Society UK. 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 Hydrographic Society UK? The Hydrographic Society UK's website is http://www.ths.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=SC049662).