--- title: "Westray Development Trust — check charity number SC029471 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Westray Development Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC029471. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Orkney Islands. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/westray-development-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T17:48:17.652Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Westray Development Trust is a registered charity (number SC029471) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education; the advancement of citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £543,690 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Westray Development Trust? Registered charity number SC029471 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Orkney Islands Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £543,690 Website [westraydevelopmenttrust.co.uk](http://westraydevelopmenttrust.co.uk/) ## What does Westray Development Trust do? Our mission is to develop the economic, social and cultural sustainability of our community by harnessing the quality of our resources, people and island environment. ## What causes is Westray Development Trust registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Westray Development Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Westray Development 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=westray-development-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://westraydevelopmenttrust.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Westray Development Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Westray Development Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC029471) 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 Westray Development Trust's charity number? Westray Development Trust's charity number is SC029471. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC029471? Search SC029471 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 Westray Development Trust do? Our mission is to develop the economic, social and cultural sustainability of our community by harnessing the quality of our resources, people and island environment. Does Westray Development Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Westray Development 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 Westray Development Trust? Westray Development Trust's website is http://westraydevelopmenttrust.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=SC029471).