--- title: "Bikes4Christmas SCIO — check charity number SC051019 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bikes4Christmas SCIO a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC051019. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in South Ayrshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bikes4christmas-scio retrieved: 2026-08-18T18:28:39.778Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bikes4Christmas SCIO is a registered charity (number SC051019) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of religion; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £11,000 (year ending 2024-06-30). 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 Bikes4Christmas SCIO? Registered charity number SC051019 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location South Ayrshire Latest income (year ending 2024-06-30) £11,000 ## What does Bikes4Christmas SCIO do? Bikes4Christmas is a charitable organisation based in Scotland, dedicated to providing bicycles to underprivileged children. We work closely with local authority social work departments to identify needy families and ensure children receive a bike at Christmas, promoting both physical health and mental well-being ## What causes is Bikes4Christmas SCIO registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of religionthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bikes4Christmas SCIO yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bikes4Christmas 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=bikes4christmas-scio&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bikes4Christmas SCIO a legitimate charity? Yes. Bikes4Christmas SCIO is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC051019) 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 Bikes4Christmas SCIO's charity number? Bikes4Christmas SCIO's charity number is SC051019. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC051019? Search SC051019 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 Bikes4Christmas SCIO do? Bikes4Christmas is a charitable organisation based in Scotland, dedicated to providing bicycles to underprivileged children. We work closely with local authority social work departments to identify needy families and ensure children receive a bike at Christmas, promoting both physical health and mental well-being Does Bikes4Christmas SCIO have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bikes4Christmas 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 Bikes4Christmas SCIO? Bikes4Christmas 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=SC051019).