--- title: "Bathgate Mens Shed — check charity number SC054713 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bathgate Mens Shed a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC054713. 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 cha" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bathgate-mens-shed retrieved: 2026-08-18T07:31:43.023Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bathgate Mens Shed is a registered charity (number SC054713) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: 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 Bathgate Mens Shed? Registered charity number SC054713 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location West Lothian ## What does Bathgate Mens Shed do? The purpose of the organisation is to provide recreational facilities and advance the social needs, health and well being of people of all ages and backgrounds living in Bathgate West Lothian by : (a) creating, developing and maintaining a facility, namely a Shed. (b) offering opportunities for Men (Female) in Bathgate and the West Lothian area to meet and undertake creative, physical, purposeful and recreational activities of their choice. (c) reducing isolation of Men (Female) in the area thus contributing to their physical and mental well being. (d) developing the capacity of M… ## What causes is Bathgate Mens Shed registered for? 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 ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bathgate Mens Shed yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bathgate Mens Shed 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=bathgate-mens-shed&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bathgate Mens Shed a legitimate charity? Yes. Bathgate Mens Shed is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC054713) 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 Bathgate Mens Shed's charity number? Bathgate Mens Shed's charity number is SC054713. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC054713? Search SC054713 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 Bathgate Mens Shed do? The purpose of the organisation is to provide recreational facilities and advance the social needs, health and well being of people of all ages and backgrounds living in Bathgate West Lothian by : (a) creating, developing and maintaining a facility, namely a Shed. (b) offering opportunities for Men (Female) in Bathgate and the West Lothian area to meet and undertake creative, physical, purposeful and recreational activities of their choice. (c) reducing isolation of Men (Female) in the area thus contributing to their physical and mental well being. (d) developing the capacity of M… Does Bathgate Mens Shed have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bathgate Mens Shed. 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 Bathgate Mens Shed? Bathgate Mens Shed 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=SC054713).