01 Identity
Scottish charity record
- OSCR charity number
- SC032879
- Status
- Active
- Regulatory type
- Standard
- Designated religious body
- No
- Geographical spread
- Wider, but within one local authority area
- Volunteers
- 0 volunteers
- Staff
- 0
- Postcode
- KW14 7UY
OSCR note: Charity changed it's legal name from Caithness Junior Pipe Band to Caithness Youth Pipe Band. Charity named Caithness Junior Pipe Band from 05/2001 - 06/2022
02 Purpose and work
What the charity exists to do
The charity exists to advance the education and appreciation of traditional Scottish pipe band music and culture by providing high-quality tuition and development opportunities for young people aged 8 to 21. This is achieved through structured instruction in piping and drumming, supporting members to develop their musical ability, encouraging participation in performances and competitions, and promoting Scottish musical heritage through community engagement and public events. The charity is committed to providing an inclusive, supportive and positive environment where young people can develop confidence, teamwork, discipline and leadership skills while representing Caithness with pride at local, national and international events
Charitable purposes
- the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science
Beneficiaries
- Children or young people
Activities
- It carries out activities or services itself
Constitutional objectives
The aims of the Band shall be to advance the education of young people in the Pipe Band music by the presentation of public performances and related activities.
03 Annual returns
Income and expenditure history
| Year end | Income | Expenditure | Staff | Return received |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 September 2025 | £26,613 | £31,216 | 0 | 5 July 2026 |
| 30 September 2024 | £1,900 | £517 | 0 | 2 February 2025 |
| 30 September 2023 | £1,600 | £142 | 0 | 28 June 2024 |
| 30 September 2022 | £1,006 | £2,069 | 0 | 27 June 2023 |
| 30 September 2021 | £0 | £0 | 0 | 4 June 2022 |
Figures are those reported by the charity and supplied in the OSCR bulk download. Blank facts remain distinct from zero.
04 Contact record
Principal office or trustees address
- Address supplied to OSCR
- 2 Wolfburn Road, West Gills, Thurso, Caithness
- Website supplied to OSCR
- www.caithnessjuniorpipeband.co.uk
- Parent charity
- Not supplied
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05 Provenance
Source for this profile
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