--- title: "Action Porty Limited — check charity number SC047358 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Action Porty Limited a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047358. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/action-porty-limited retrieved: 2026-08-18T05:20:46.166Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Action Porty Limited is a registered charity (number SC047358) 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 citizenship or community development; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science; 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. Its latest reported income was £148,143 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Action Porty Limited? Registered charity number SC047358 Status Registered (active) Charity type Community Benefit Society Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £148,143 Website [www.bellfield.scot](https://www.bellfield.scot/) ## What does Action Porty Limited do? Action Porty was initially established to take the former Portobello Old parish Church and halls into community ownership - achieved in 2016. Since then Action Porty has developed and run Bellfield (as it is now called) as a vibrant community hub which provides a wide range of activities and affordable meeting space. As a development trust, Action Porty has went on to develop and run further services and activities including a large volunteer programme, a community cafe and a community fridge. More recently, following a successful Asset Transfer request, Action Porty is currently concluding t… ## What causes is Action Porty Limited registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe 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 Action Porty Limited yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Action Porty Limited 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=action-porty-limited&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.bellfield.scot/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Action Porty Limited a legitimate charity? Yes. Action Porty Limited is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047358) 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 Action Porty Limited's charity number? Action Porty Limited's charity number is SC047358. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC047358? Search SC047358 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 Action Porty Limited do? Action Porty was initially established to take the former Portobello Old parish Church and halls into community ownership - achieved in 2016. Since then Action Porty has developed and run Bellfield (as it is now called) as a vibrant community hub which provides a wide range of activities and affordable meeting space. As a development trust, Action Porty has went on to develop and run further services and activities including a large volunteer programme, a community cafe and a community fridge. More recently, following a successful Asset Transfer request, Action Porty is currently concluding t… Does Action Porty Limited have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Action Porty Limited. 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 Action Porty Limited? Action Porty Limited's website is https://www.bellfield.scot/ — 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=SC047358).