--- title: "Callanish Alpacas — check charity number SC052491 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Callanish Alpacas a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC052491. the advancement of education charity based in Western Isles. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/callanish-alpacas retrieved: 2026-08-18T02:41:11.321Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Callanish Alpacas is a registered charity (number SC052491) 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; 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 advancement of animal welfare. Its latest reported income was £41,457 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Callanish Alpacas? Registered charity number SC052491 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Western Isles Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £41,457 ## What does Callanish Alpacas do? The charity focuses on animal welfare/rare breeds/education and providing a recreational facility. We operate on a drop-in basis to the public and provide guided tours to view and interact with the animals at no charge. There are picture/text information boards at various points. We never exclude people with physical, mental health or memory disorders, sensory impairments, additional needs or are disadvantaged. We frequently conduct educational tours and sessions for educational establishments. We also provide sessions on a wider variety of subjects including croft diversification and mainten… ## What causes is Callanish Alpacas registered for? the advancement of educationthe 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 advancement of animal welfare ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Callanish Alpacas yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Callanish Alpacas 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=callanish-alpacas&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Callanish Alpacas a legitimate charity? Yes. Callanish Alpacas is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052491) 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 Callanish Alpacas's charity number? Callanish Alpacas's charity number is SC052491. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC052491? Search SC052491 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 Callanish Alpacas do? The charity focuses on animal welfare/rare breeds/education and providing a recreational facility. We operate on a drop-in basis to the public and provide guided tours to view and interact with the animals at no charge. There are picture/text information boards at various points. We never exclude people with physical, mental health or memory disorders, sensory impairments, additional needs or are disadvantaged. We frequently conduct educational tours and sessions for educational establishments. We also provide sessions on a wider variety of subjects including croft diversification and mainten… Does Callanish Alpacas have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Callanish Alpacas. 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 Callanish Alpacas? Callanish Alpacas 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=SC052491).