--- title: "Bob Scott's Bothy Association — check charity number SC045845 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bob Scott's Bothy Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC045845. 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 i" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bob-scott-s-bothy-association retrieved: 2026-08-18T21:50:12.105Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bob Scott's Bothy Association is a registered charity (number SC045845) 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. Its latest reported income was £424 (year ending 2024-07-31). 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 Bob Scott's Bothy Association? Registered charity number SC045845 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Moray Latest income (year ending 2024-07-31) £424 ## What does Bob Scott's Bothy Association do? It's a maintenance organisation set up to ensure the availability of Bob Scott's Bothy as an open shelter for anybody accessing the Cairngorms. Bob Scott's Bothy Association (BSBA ) was set up in response to the National Trust for Scotland's (NTS) requirement for any building on their land, but not in estate use, to obtain a lease and to take out public liability insurance. To obtain a lease we had to become a legal entity, in our case a SCIO, and, to pay for the insurance, the members of BSBA pay an annual membership fee. The Bothy itself is in good condition but only as a result of regular… ## What causes is Bob Scott's Bothy Association 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 Bob Scott's Bothy Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bob Scott's Bothy Association 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=bob-scott-s-bothy-association&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bob Scott's Bothy Association a legitimate charity? Yes. Bob Scott's Bothy Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC045845) 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 Bob Scott's Bothy Association's charity number? Bob Scott's Bothy Association's charity number is SC045845. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC045845? Search SC045845 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 Bob Scott's Bothy Association do? It's a maintenance organisation set up to ensure the availability of Bob Scott's Bothy as an open shelter for anybody accessing the Cairngorms. Bob Scott's Bothy Association (BSBA ) was set up in response to the National Trust for Scotland's (NTS) requirement for any building on their land, but not in estate use, to obtain a lease and to take out public liability insurance. To obtain a lease we had to become a legal entity, in our case a SCIO, and, to pay for the insurance, the members of BSBA pay an annual membership fee. The Bothy itself is in good condition but only as a result of regular… Does Bob Scott's Bothy Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bob Scott's Bothy Association. 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 Bob Scott's Bothy Association? Bob Scott's Bothy Association 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=SC045845).