--- title: "Buckie Men's Shed — check charity number SC052518 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Buckie Men's Shed a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC052518. 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 char" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/buckie-men-s-shed retrieved: 2026-08-19T09:52:31.568Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Buckie Men's Shed is a registered charity (number SC052518) 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; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £32,025 (year ending 2025-04-30). 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 Buckie Men's Shed? Registered charity number SC052518 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Moray Latest income (year ending 2025-04-30) £32,025 ## 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.… ## 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? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Buckie Men's Shed 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=buckie-men-s-shed&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Buckie Men's Shed a legitimate charity? Yes. Buckie Men's Shed is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052518) 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 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. 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=SC052518).