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title: "Bmr — check charity number SC050016 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Bmr a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC050016. the advancement of education charity based in Scottish Borders. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bmr
retrieved: 2026-08-18T21:45:33.673Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Bmr is a registered charity (number SC050016) 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 education; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science; the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £69,955 (year ending 2025-02-28). 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 Bmr?

Registered charity number

SC050016

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Location

Scottish Borders

Latest income (year ending 2025-02-28)

£69,955

Website

[www.berwickshiremarinereserve.org.uk](http://www.berwickshiremarinereserve.org.uk/)

## What does Bmr do?

The objects of the Charity are to conserve the biodiversity of the coastal waters, to raise awareness of the marine environment through education and to promote responsible recreational use alongside sustainable fishery for the mutual benefit of all

## What causes is Bmr registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe advancement of environmental protection or improvement

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bmr yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bmr 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.
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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=bmr&type=claim)
[Visit charity website](http://www.berwickshiremarinereserve.org.uk/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is Bmr a legitimate charity?

Yes. Bmr is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC050016) 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 Bmr's charity number?

Bmr's charity number is SC050016. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC050016?

Search SC050016 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 Bmr do?

The objects of the Charity are to conserve the biodiversity of the coastal waters, to raise awareness of the marine environment through education and to promote responsible recreational use alongside sustainable fishery for the mutual benefit of all

Does Bmr have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bmr. 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 Bmr?

Bmr's website is http://www.berwickshiremarinereserve.org.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=SC050016).