Is Buckie Men's Shed a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Buckie Men's Shed as a registered charity (number SC052518) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Buckie Men's Shed's charity number?

Buckie Men's Shed's charity number is SC052518. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC052518?

Search SC052518 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.

Does Buckie Men's Shed have reviews and complaints?

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How can I donate to Buckie Men's Shed?

Buckie Men's Shed does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.

When was Buckie Men's Shed registered as a charity?

Buckie Men's Shed was entered on the register on 27 April 2023.

Registered charity · No. SC052518SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Buckie Men's Shed

Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data

Buckie Men's Shed is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include 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, the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage.

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What are the key facts about Buckie Men's Shed?

Reported income · year ending 2025-04-30: £32,025
Reported spending · year ending 2025-04-30: £29,799
Registered charity number: SC052518
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact address detail (not service area): Moray

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Buckie Men's Shed (number SC052518) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Buckie Men's Shed do?

Buckie Men’s Shed was formed in February 2023 with the ambition of gathering men together for support and to alleviate loneliness, isolation and mental fatigue. We have helped out in the community and with the community. We have already supported local primary schools within our area and they have benefited from our manpower and resources. Buckie Men’s Shed was created to help fill an identified gap in social provision for men in the local area. Statistics from the Buckie 2011 Census shows that Buckie has an above national average of men over 65 and an above average of one person households.…

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Buckie Men's Shed

Answers Buckie Men's Shed gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 30 April 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 27 April 2023
Where it says it operates: Moray

What causes is Buckie Men's Shed 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 intendedthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage

Why is there no Clarity Score for Buckie Men's Shed yet?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Buckie Men's Shed a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Buckie Men's Shed as a registered charity (number SC052518) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Buckie Men's Shed's charity number?: Buckie Men's Shed's charity number is SC052518. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC052518?: Search SC052518 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 Buckie Men's Shed do?: Buckie Men’s Shed was formed in February 2023 with the ambition of gathering men together for support and to alleviate loneliness, isolation and mental fatigue. We have helped out in the community and with the community. We have already supported local primary schools within our area and they have benefited from our manpower and resources. Buckie Men’s Shed was created to help fill an identified gap in social provision for men in the local area. Statistics from the Buckie 2011 Census shows that Buckie has an above national average of men over 65 and an above average of one person households.…
Does Buckie Men's Shed have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Buckie Men's Shed. 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 Buckie Men's Shed?: Buckie Men's Shed does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.
When was Buckie Men's Shed registered as a charity?: Buckie Men's Shed was entered on the register on 27 April 2023.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.