01 Identity
Scottish charity record
- OSCR charity number
- SC054215
- Status
- Active
- Regulatory type
- Standard
- Designated religious body
- No
- Geographical spread
- Wider, but within one local authority area
- Volunteers
- 1-50 volunteers
- Staff
- 0
- Postcode
- IV9 8RP
OSCR note: This charity has been established to replace Highland Geological Society, SC004427. Highland Geological Society, SC004427.intends to wind up and pass its assets and liabilities to Highland Geological Society SC054215
02 Purpose and work
What the charity exists to do
We encourage people to learn more about, share knowledge of, and enjoy geology and related earth sciences. Membership is open to all and our members range from professional geologists to those with no prior knowledge. We issue online newsletters and hold regular talks and events, aiming to be as inclusive as possible, especially given the large geographical area of the Highlands. Talks and lectures include in-person and online, mostly with no charge. Events include local outings and longer trips further afield to learn about different geological features. We help support the work of other geology-related societies and organisations and sometimes arrange joint events. We have a significant collection of books and journals, maintained through Highlife Highland Library services, which are available for reference by the public as well as on loan to members.”
Charitable purposes
- the advancement of education
- the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science
Beneficiaries
- No specific group, or for the benefit of the community
Activities
- It makes grants, donations or gifts to organisations
- It carries out activities or services itself
Constitutional objectives
The organisation's purposes are: (a) the advancement of education and interest in geology and other earth sciences by the organisation of lectures, field trips and conferences and the publication of newsletters and other relevant materials. and (b) the advancement of the sciences, arts, heritage and culture so far as these are related to geology and the earth sciences generally by supporting the work of organisations and persons operating in these fields, and the conservation of geological materials and physical sites.
03 Annual returns
Income and expenditure history
| Year end | Income | Expenditure | Staff | Return received |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 December 2025 | £6,249 | £760 | 0 | 10 February 2026 |
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
- Chapelhead, Avoch, Ross-shire
- Website supplied to OSCR
- https://www.highlandgeologicalsociety.scot
- Parent charity
- Not supplied
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05 Provenance
Source for this profile
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