--- title: "A Patch Ae Land — check charity number SC054563 | CharityCompare" description: "Is A Patch Ae Land a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC054563. the advancement of education charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/a-patch-ae-land retrieved: 2026-08-18T03:19:05.119Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer A Patch Ae Land is a registered charity (number SC054563) 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 citizenship or community development; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. 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 A Patch Ae Land? Registered charity number SC054563 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Dumfries And Galloway ## What does A Patch Ae Land do? The organisation's purposes are to serve the community of North West Dumfries and the surrounding areas by advancing citizenship and community development, education, health, and environmental protection and improvement. We will achieve this by: Advancing community development by providing and maintaining a volunteer-led community garden, which acts as a sanctuary and hub for social interaction, fostering a sense of community ownership and pride through collaborative projects, celebrations, and recreational activities. Advancing education by providing opportunities for individuals to learn… ## What causes is A Patch Ae Land registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for A Patch Ae Land yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. A Patch Ae Land 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=a-patch-ae-land&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is A Patch Ae Land a legitimate charity? Yes. A Patch Ae Land is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC054563) 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 A Patch Ae Land's charity number? A Patch Ae Land's charity number is SC054563. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC054563? Search SC054563 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 A Patch Ae Land do? The organisation's purposes are to serve the community of North West Dumfries and the surrounding areas by advancing citizenship and community development, education, health, and environmental protection and improvement. We will achieve this by: Advancing community development by providing and maintaining a volunteer-led community garden, which acts as a sanctuary and hub for social interaction, fostering a sense of community ownership and pride through collaborative projects, celebrations, and recreational activities. Advancing education by providing opportunities for individuals to learn… Does A Patch Ae Land have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for A Patch Ae Land. 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 A Patch Ae Land? A Patch Ae Land does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC054563).