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title: "British Obesity Society — check charity number SC042857 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is British Obesity Society a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC042857. the advancement of education charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare."
source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/british-obesity-society-2
retrieved: 2026-08-19T07:09:10.226Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

British Obesity Society is a registered charity (number SC042857) 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. Its latest reported income was £5,428 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 British Obesity Society?

Registered charity number

SC042857

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)

Location

Outwith Scotland

Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31)

£5,428

Website

[www.thebos.org](http://www.thebos.org/)

## What does British Obesity Society do?

To advance the education of the public in the prevention of, and the effective treatment and management of obesity, by the provision of regional support networks, lectures, fora and by the publication of newsletters and other media .

## What causes is British Obesity Society registered for?

the advancement of education

## Why is there no Clarity Score for British Obesity Society yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. British Obesity Society 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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[Visit charity website](http://www.thebos.org/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is British Obesity Society a legitimate charity?

Yes. British Obesity Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC042857) 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 British Obesity Society's charity number?

British Obesity Society's charity number is SC042857. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC042857?

Search SC042857 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 British Obesity Society do?

To advance the education of the public in the prevention of, and the effective treatment and management of obesity, by the provision of regional support networks, lectures, fora and by the publication of newsletters and other media .

Does British Obesity Society have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for British Obesity Society. 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 British Obesity Society?

British Obesity Society's website is http://www.thebos.org — 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=SC042857).