--- title: "The National Piping Centre — check charity number SC020391 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The National Piping Centre a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC020391. the advancement of education charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-national-piping-centre retrieved: 2026-08-27T02:19:52.549Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The National Piping Centre is a registered charity (number SC020391) 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 £3,271,109 (year ending 2025-04-30). 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 National Piping Centre? Registered charity number SC020391 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2025-04-30) £3,271,109 Website [www.thepipingcentre.co.uk](https://www.thepipingcentre.co.uk/) ## What does The National Piping Centre do? We provide access to tuition and support for every level of piper in a safe, inspirational and inclusive environment. We have been at the forefront of the growth and increased popularity of piping and the wider traditional music community, establishing further and higher education programmes with partners including The University of Glasgow, The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and The University of the Highlands and Islands. We continue to develop new programmes and engage with students, artists, audiences and participants locally and internationally, promoting relevant and current Scottish m… ## What causes is The National Piping Centre registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The National Piping Centre yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The National Piping Centre 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-national-piping-centre&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.thepipingcentre.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The National Piping Centre a legitimate charity? Yes. The National Piping Centre is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC020391) 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 National Piping Centre's charity number? The National Piping Centre's charity number is SC020391. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC020391? Search SC020391 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 National Piping Centre do? We provide access to tuition and support for every level of piper in a safe, inspirational and inclusive environment. We have been at the forefront of the growth and increased popularity of piping and the wider traditional music community, establishing further and higher education programmes with partners including The University of Glasgow, The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and The University of the Highlands and Islands. We continue to develop new programmes and engage with students, artists, audiences and participants locally and internationally, promoting relevant and current Scottish m… Does The National Piping Centre have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The National Piping Centre. 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 National Piping Centre? The National Piping Centre's website is https://www.thepipingcentre.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=SC020391).