--- title: "The Sealed Knot — check charity number SC040724 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Sealed Knot a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC040724. 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-sealed-knot retrieved: 2026-08-28T03:14:06.781Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Sealed Knot is a registered charity (number SC040724) 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. Its latest reported income was £137,561 (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 Sealed Knot? Registered charity number SC040724 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £137,561 Website [www.thesealedknot.org.uk](http://www.thesealedknot.org.uk/) ## What does The Sealed Knot do? To promote research into and the study of and public interest in history and in furtherance of such objects but not otherwise to do any of the matters and things set out in the following sub-clauses of this Clause 3. ## What causes is The Sealed Knot registered for? the advancement of education ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Sealed Knot yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Sealed Knot 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-sealed-knot&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.thesealedknot.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Sealed Knot a legitimate charity? Yes. The Sealed Knot is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC040724) 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 Sealed Knot's charity number? The Sealed Knot's charity number is SC040724. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC040724? Search SC040724 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 Sealed Knot do? To promote research into and the study of and public interest in history and in furtherance of such objects but not otherwise to do any of the matters and things set out in the following sub-clauses of this Clause 3. Does The Sealed Knot have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Sealed Knot. 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 Sealed Knot? The Sealed Knot's website is http://www.thesealedknot.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=SC040724).