--- title: "Balmedie Leisure Centre Association (SCIO) — check charity number SC014478 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Balmedie Leisure Centre Association (SCIO) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC014478. the advancement of public participation in sport charity based in Aberdeenshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/balmedie-leisure-centre-association-scio retrieved: 2026-08-18T03:21:47.423Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Balmedie Leisure Centre Association (SCIO) is a registered charity (number SC014478) 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 public participation in sport; 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 £282,781 (year ending 2024-03-31). 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 Balmedie Leisure Centre Association (SCIO)? Registered charity number SC014478 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Aberdeenshire Latest income (year ending 2024-03-31) £282,781 ## What does Balmedie Leisure Centre Association (SCIO) do? Provide a facility and services that meets the needs of all, irrespective of age, economic circumstances, race, gender or ability and to keep it's costs as affordable as possible ## What causes is Balmedie Leisure Centre Association (SCIO) registered for? the advancement of public participation in sportthe 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 Balmedie Leisure Centre Association (SCIO) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Balmedie Leisure Centre Association (SCIO) 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=balmedie-leisure-centre-association-scio&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Balmedie Leisure Centre Association (SCIO) a legitimate charity? Yes. Balmedie Leisure Centre Association (SCIO) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC014478) 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 Balmedie Leisure Centre Association (SCIO)'s charity number? Balmedie Leisure Centre Association (SCIO)'s charity number is SC014478. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC014478? Search SC014478 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 Balmedie Leisure Centre Association (SCIO) do? Provide a facility and services that meets the needs of all, irrespective of age, economic circumstances, race, gender or ability and to keep it's costs as affordable as possible Does Balmedie Leisure Centre Association (SCIO) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Balmedie Leisure Centre Association (SCIO). 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 Balmedie Leisure Centre Association (SCIO)? Balmedie Leisure Centre Association (SCIO) 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=SC014478).