The National Piping Centre
- Country
- Scotland
- Charity number
- SC020391
- Status
- Active
- Registered
- July 10, 1992
- Legal form
- Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)
Address
- Address
- 30-34 Mcphater St
Glasgow
G4 0HW
Contact
- Website
thepipingcentre.co.uk
Activities
'It carries out activities or services itself'
'the advancement of education','the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science'
We provide access to tuition and support for every level of piper in a safe, inspirational and inclusive environment. We have been at the forefront of the growth and increased popularity of piping and the wider traditional music community, establishing further and higher education programmes with partners including The University of Glasgow, The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and The University of the Highlands and Islands. We continue to develop new programmes and engage with students, artists, audiences and participants locally and internationally, promoting relevant and current Scottish music and culture to a growing audience.
Beneficiaries: 'No specific group, or for the benefit of the community'
Objectives: The object for which the Company is established is for facilitating the teaching of piping in Scotland and for enhancing the general knowledge of the highland bagpipe and its music.
Geography
- Main operating location
- Glasgow City
- Geographical spread
- UK and overseas
Finances
| Period end | Income | Expenditure | Employees |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 30, 2025 | £3,271,109 | £3,026,713 | 66 |
| April 30, 2024 | £3,262,771 | £3,102,450 | 65 |
| April 30, 2023 | £2,436,265 | £2,685,200 | 69 |
| April 30, 2022 | £823,768 | £767,479 | 24 |
| April 30, 2021 | £705,894 | £908,891 | 18 |