--- title: "Castle Menzies — check charity number SC051439 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Castle Menzies a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC051439. the advancement of education charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/castle-menzies retrieved: 2026-08-18T11:25:59.561Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Castle Menzies is a registered charity (number SC051439) 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 advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £163,792 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Menzies? Registered charity number SC051439 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £163,792 Website [www.castlemenzies.org](http://www.castlemenzies.org/) ## What does Castle Menzies do? 4 The organisation’s purposes are: 4.1 To restore and maintain Castle Menzies, the Castle Menzies Walled Gardens and the Old Kirk of Weem as important historic properties for the benefit of the public. 4.2 To acquire,restore and maintain such other properties and accept and acquire such corporeal moveables, whether historically connected with Clan Menzies or with the districts associated with Clan Menzies or otherwise, as the organisation may consider to be of educational interest or for other public benefit. 4.3 To provide and maintain a museum at Castle Menzies for the purpose of educatin… ## What causes is Castle Menzies registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Castle Menzies yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Castle Menzies 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-menzies&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.castlemenzies.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Castle Menzies a legitimate charity? Yes. Castle Menzies is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC051439) 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 Menzies's charity number? Castle Menzies's charity number is SC051439. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC051439? Search SC051439 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 Menzies do? 4 The organisation’s purposes are: 4.1 To restore and maintain Castle Menzies, the Castle Menzies Walled Gardens and the Old Kirk of Weem as important historic properties for the benefit of the public. 4.2 To acquire,restore and maintain such other properties and accept and acquire such corporeal moveables, whether historically connected with Clan Menzies or with the districts associated with Clan Menzies or otherwise, as the organisation may consider to be of educational interest or for other public benefit. 4.3 To provide and maintain a museum at Castle Menzies for the purpose of educatin… Does Castle Menzies have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Castle Menzies. 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 Menzies? Castle Menzies's website is http://www.castlemenzies.org — 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=SC051439).