--- title: "Artlink Edinburgh And The Lothians — check charity number SC006845 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Artlink Edinburgh And The Lothians a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC006845. the advancement of health 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/artlink-edinburgh-and-the-lothians retrieved: 2026-08-19T01:27:50.796Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Artlink Edinburgh And The Lothians is a registered charity (number SC006845) 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 health; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £896,089 (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 Artlink Edinburgh And The Lothians? Registered charity number SC006845 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £896,089 Website [www.artlinkedinburgh.co.uk](http://www.artlinkedinburgh.co.uk/) ## What does Artlink Edinburgh And The Lothians do? Artlink is a Scottish charity focused on using art to create positive change, helping disabled people and others facing barriers to participate in arts, with activities including workshops, exhibitions, and supporting artist development, aiming to advance arts, culture, and community. ## What causes is Artlink Edinburgh And The Lothians registered for? the advancement of healththe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Artlink Edinburgh And The Lothians yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Artlink Edinburgh And The Lothians 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=artlink-edinburgh-and-the-lothians&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.artlinkedinburgh.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Artlink Edinburgh And The Lothians a legitimate charity? Yes. Artlink Edinburgh And The Lothians is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC006845) 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 Artlink Edinburgh And The Lothians's charity number? Artlink Edinburgh And The Lothians's charity number is SC006845. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC006845? Search SC006845 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 Artlink Edinburgh And The Lothians do? Artlink is a Scottish charity focused on using art to create positive change, helping disabled people and others facing barriers to participate in arts, with activities including workshops, exhibitions, and supporting artist development, aiming to advance arts, culture, and community. Does Artlink Edinburgh And The Lothians have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Artlink Edinburgh And The Lothians. 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 Artlink Edinburgh And The Lothians? Artlink Edinburgh And The Lothians's website is http://www.artlinkedinburgh.co.uk — 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=SC006845).