--- title: "Bute Shinty Club SCIO — check charity number SC049581 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Bute Shinty Club SCIO a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC049581. the advancement of public participation in sport 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/bute-shinty-club-scio retrieved: 2026-08-19T11:37:18.183Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Bute Shinty Club SCIO is a registered charity (number SC049581) 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 public participation in sport. Its latest reported income was £56,329 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Bute Shinty Club SCIO? Registered charity number SC049581 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Argyll And Bute Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £56,329 Website [www.buteshintyclub.co.uk](http://www.buteshintyclub.co.uk/) ## What does Bute Shinty Club SCIO do? As per the charitable purposes above. We currently promote and participate in shinty under the auspices of the Camanachd Association by entering teams in the National League and also South Division Two. Unfortunately our ladies team is currently in abeyance, but we hope to get it going again. Club coaches are also involved in coaching at all levels in local schools and we try to run junior teams at primary, under 14 and under17 levels in local and national competitions. We run events in the clubhouse to raise funds and also have a weekly lottery draw> Sponsorship is also obtained from local… ## What causes is Bute Shinty Club SCIO registered for? the advancement of public participation in sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Bute Shinty Club SCIO yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Bute Shinty Club SCIO 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=bute-shinty-club-scio&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.buteshintyclub.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Bute Shinty Club SCIO a legitimate charity? Yes. Bute Shinty Club SCIO is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC049581) 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 Bute Shinty Club SCIO's charity number? Bute Shinty Club SCIO's charity number is SC049581. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC049581? Search SC049581 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 Bute Shinty Club SCIO do? As per the charitable purposes above. We currently promote and participate in shinty under the auspices of the Camanachd Association by entering teams in the National League and also South Division Two. Unfortunately our ladies team is currently in abeyance, but we hope to get it going again. Club coaches are also involved in coaching at all levels in local schools and we try to run junior teams at primary, under 14 and under17 levels in local and national competitions. We run events in the clubhouse to raise funds and also have a weekly lottery draw> Sponsorship is also obtained from local… Does Bute Shinty Club SCIO have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Bute Shinty Club SCIO. 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 Bute Shinty Club SCIO? Bute Shinty Club SCIO's website is http://www.buteshintyclub.co.uk — 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=SC049581).