--- title: "West Lothian Family History Society — check charity number SC031501 | CharityCompare" description: "Is West Lothian Family History Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC031501. the advancement of education charity based in West Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/west-lothian-family-history-society retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:47:15.772Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer West Lothian Family History Society is a registered charity (number SC031501) 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 citizenship or community development; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £1,486 (year ending 2025-02-28). 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 West Lothian Family History Society? Registered charity number SC031501 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location West Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-02-28) £1,486 Website [www.wlfhs.org.uk](http://www.wlfhs.org.uk/) ## What does West Lothian Family History Society do? Promote and encourage the study of Family History. We hold regular talks on a wide range of History aspects, and we hold meetings to aid our members with their searches and advise on the use of internet resources to help this study. ## What causes is West Lothian Family History Society registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for West Lothian Family History Society yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. West Lothian Family History Society 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=west-lothian-family-history-society&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.wlfhs.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is West Lothian Family History Society a legitimate charity? Yes. West Lothian Family History Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC031501) 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 West Lothian Family History Society's charity number? West Lothian Family History Society's charity number is SC031501. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC031501? Search SC031501 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 West Lothian Family History Society do? Promote and encourage the study of Family History. We hold regular talks on a wide range of History aspects, and we hold meetings to aid our members with their searches and advise on the use of internet resources to help this study. Does West Lothian Family History Society have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for West Lothian Family History Society. 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 West Lothian Family History Society? West Lothian Family History Society's website is http://www.wlfhs.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=SC031501).