--- title: "Castle Douglas Men's Shed — check charity number SC053207 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Castle Douglas Men's Shed a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053207. the advancement of health charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/castle-douglas-men-s-shed retrieved: 2026-08-18T12:07:13.232Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Castle Douglas Men's Shed is a registered charity (number SC053207) 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 health; 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. Its latest reported income was £16,021 (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 Castle Douglas Men's Shed? Registered charity number SC053207 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £16,021 ## What does Castle Douglas Men's Shed do? We provide a safe space and the equipment to enable men to meet, socialise and engage in constructive projects of varying sizes. Most of our tools etc. have been donated by members of the public and our members are happy to share expertise or give guidance when required ## What causes is Castle Douglas Men's Shed registered for? the advancement of healththe 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 ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Castle Douglas Men's Shed yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Castle Douglas 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=castle-douglas-men-s-shed&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Castle Douglas Men's Shed a legitimate charity? Yes. Castle Douglas Men's Shed is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053207) 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 Castle Douglas Men's Shed's charity number? Castle Douglas Men's Shed's charity number is SC053207. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053207? Search SC053207 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 Castle Douglas Men's Shed do? We provide a safe space and the equipment to enable men to meet, socialise and engage in constructive projects of varying sizes. Most of our tools etc. have been donated by members of the public and our members are happy to share expertise or give guidance when required Does Castle Douglas Men's Shed have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Castle Douglas 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 Castle Douglas Men's Shed? Castle Douglas 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=SC053207).