--- title: "Thirlestane Castle Trust — check charity number SC011491 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Thirlestane Castle Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC011491. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in Scottish Borders. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/thirlestane-castle-trust retrieved: 2026-08-28T18:08:43.802Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Thirlestane Castle Trust is a registered charity (number SC011491) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science; any other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes. Its latest reported income was £805,183 (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 Thirlestane Castle Trust? Registered charity number SC011491 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Scottish Borders Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £805,183 Website [www.thirlestanecastle.co.uk](http://www.thirlestanecastle.co.uk/) ## What does Thirlestane Castle Trust do? Thirlestane Castle Trust is a charity established to care for and secure the long-term future of Thirlestane Castle, grounds and its collections. Funds from donations, plus event and visitor income goes directly to helping preserve the building and its unique history and heritage, for the benefit and enjoyment of the public. ## What causes is Thirlestane Castle Trust registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or scienceany other purpose that may reasonably be regarded as analogous to any of the preceding purposes ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Thirlestane Castle Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Thirlestane Castle Trust 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=thirlestane-castle-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.thirlestanecastle.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Thirlestane Castle Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Thirlestane Castle Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC011491) 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 Thirlestane Castle Trust's charity number? Thirlestane Castle Trust's charity number is SC011491. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC011491? Search SC011491 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 Thirlestane Castle Trust do? Thirlestane Castle Trust is a charity established to care for and secure the long-term future of Thirlestane Castle, grounds and its collections. Funds from donations, plus event and visitor income goes directly to helping preserve the building and its unique history and heritage, for the benefit and enjoyment of the public. Does Thirlestane Castle Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Thirlestane Castle Trust. 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 Thirlestane Castle Trust? Thirlestane Castle Trust's website is http://www.thirlestanecastle.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=SC011491).