--- title: "Whitburn Band — check charity number SC044829 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Whitburn Band a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC044829. 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/whitburn-band retrieved: 2026-08-23T23:58:44.100Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Whitburn Band is a registered charity (number SC044829) 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 £159,404 (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 Whitburn Band? Registered charity number SC044829 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location West Lothian Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £159,404 Website [www.whitburnband.co.uk](http://www.whitburnband.co.uk/) ## What does Whitburn Band do? Established in 1870, completely self-funding & community based. Formed as an outlet for the amateur musicians within the mining community, Whitburn Band has grown to be of the most successful & celebrated brass bands in the UK. We continue to make a significant contribution to cultural life in Scotland, performing regularly at local community and major events such as Scotland's international rugby games and the Edinburgh International & Fringe Festival. The Band is committed and enthusiastic about its future and to this end are 12 years into our Player Pathway Project. Within this project we… ## What causes is Whitburn Band registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Whitburn Band yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Whitburn Band 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=whitburn-band&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.whitburnband.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Whitburn Band a legitimate charity? Yes. Whitburn Band is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC044829) 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 Whitburn Band's charity number? Whitburn Band's charity number is SC044829. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC044829? Search SC044829 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 Whitburn Band do? Established in 1870, completely self-funding & community based. Formed as an outlet for the amateur musicians within the mining community, Whitburn Band has grown to be of the most successful & celebrated brass bands in the UK. We continue to make a significant contribution to cultural life in Scotland, performing regularly at local community and major events such as Scotland's international rugby games and the Edinburgh International & Fringe Festival. The Band is committed and enthusiastic about its future and to this end are 12 years into our Player Pathway Project. Within this project we… Does Whitburn Band have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Whitburn Band. 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 Whitburn Band? Whitburn Band's website is http://www.whitburnband.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=SC044829).