--- title: "Bridgend Episcopal Church (St Columba's) — check charity number SC018473 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bridgend Episcopal Church (St Columba's) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC018473. the advancement of religion charity based in Argyll And Bute. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/bridgend-episcopal-church-st-columba-s retrieved: 2026-08-19T04:06:18.968Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bridgend Episcopal Church (St Columba's) is a registered charity (number SC018473) 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 religion. Its latest reported income was £6,559 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Bridgend Episcopal Church (St Columba's)? Registered charity number SC018473 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Argyll And Bute Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £6,559 ## What does Bridgend Episcopal Church (St Columba's) do? The Church's principal activities include public worship in sacrament and prayer. Christian education, charitable work and fund raising for local, national and international needs, social meetings, predominantly of the youth, the elderly and many community groups of all ages. The Church continues to make it's facilities available for use and provide worship for the whole. ## What causes is Bridgend Episcopal Church (St Columba's) registered for? the advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bridgend Episcopal Church (St Columba's) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bridgend Episcopal Church (St Columba's) 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=bridgend-episcopal-church-st-columba-s&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bridgend Episcopal Church (St Columba's) a legitimate charity? Yes. Bridgend Episcopal Church (St Columba's) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC018473) 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 Bridgend Episcopal Church (St Columba's)'s charity number? Bridgend Episcopal Church (St Columba's)'s charity number is SC018473. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC018473? Search SC018473 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 Bridgend Episcopal Church (St Columba's) do? The Church's principal activities include public worship in sacrament and prayer. Christian education, charitable work and fund raising for local, national and international needs, social meetings, predominantly of the youth, the elderly and many community groups of all ages. The Church continues to make it's facilities available for use and provide worship for the whole. Does Bridgend Episcopal Church (St Columba's) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bridgend Episcopal Church (St Columba's). 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 Bridgend Episcopal Church (St Columba's)? Bridgend Episcopal Church (St Columba's) 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=SC018473).