--- title: "Ananda Animal Sanctuary — check charity number SC048997 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Ananda Animal Sanctuary a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048997. the advancement of animal welfare 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/ananda-animal-sanctuary retrieved: 2026-08-18T19:06:47.656Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Ananda Animal Sanctuary is a registered charity (number SC048997) 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 animal welfare. Its latest reported income was £26,297 (year ending 2026-01-31). 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 Ananda Animal Sanctuary? Registered charity number SC048997 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2026-01-31) £26,297 Website [www.anandaanimalsanctuary.com](http://www.anandaanimalsanctuary.com/) ## What does Ananda Animal Sanctuary do? Ananda Animal Sanctuary is set up to rescue and provide shelter for farm animals in need and to help improve the way society views farm animals. We achieve this by taking in animals from neglect or saved from slaughter and we run tours for the public to educate them on farm animal wellbeing, their personality and overall that they are very much the same as our beloved companion animals. ## What causes is Ananda Animal Sanctuary registered for? the advancement of animal welfare ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Ananda Animal Sanctuary yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Ananda Animal Sanctuary 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=ananda-animal-sanctuary&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.anandaanimalsanctuary.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Ananda Animal Sanctuary a legitimate charity? Yes. Ananda Animal Sanctuary is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048997) 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 Ananda Animal Sanctuary's charity number? Ananda Animal Sanctuary's charity number is SC048997. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048997? Search SC048997 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 Ananda Animal Sanctuary do? Ananda Animal Sanctuary is set up to rescue and provide shelter for farm animals in need and to help improve the way society views farm animals. We achieve this by taking in animals from neglect or saved from slaughter and we run tours for the public to educate them on farm animal wellbeing, their personality and overall that they are very much the same as our beloved companion animals. Does Ananda Animal Sanctuary have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Ananda Animal Sanctuary. 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 Ananda Animal Sanctuary? Ananda Animal Sanctuary's website is http://www.anandaanimalsanctuary.com — 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=SC048997).