--- title: "Colinton Village Enterprise — check charity number SC049496 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Colinton Village Enterprise a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC049496. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/colinton-village-enterprise retrieved: 2026-08-19T11:06:14.547Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Colinton Village Enterprise is a registered charity (number SC049496) 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 citizenship or community development; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science; 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 £16,465 (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 Colinton Village Enterprise? Registered charity number SC049496 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £16,465 Website [www.cventerprise.org](http://www.cventerprise.org/) ## What does Colinton Village Enterprise do? CVE’s main activities as a SCIO have been: ? Progressing the vision of The Shed as a Community Heritage Hub which will provide a vibrant centre for interaction in the village of Colinton by gaining planning permission for the works required. ? Applying for funding for the redevelopment of the ex-coach-house. ? Holding many fundraising community events every year ## What causes is Colinton Village Enterprise registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe 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 Colinton Village Enterprise yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Colinton Village Enterprise 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=colinton-village-enterprise&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.cventerprise.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Colinton Village Enterprise a legitimate charity? Yes. Colinton Village Enterprise is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC049496) 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 Colinton Village Enterprise's charity number? Colinton Village Enterprise's charity number is SC049496. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC049496? Search SC049496 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 Colinton Village Enterprise do? CVE’s main activities as a SCIO have been: ? Progressing the vision of The Shed as a Community Heritage Hub which will provide a vibrant centre for interaction in the village of Colinton by gaining planning permission for the works required. ? Applying for funding for the redevelopment of the ex-coach-house. ? Holding many fundraising community events every year Does Colinton Village Enterprise have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Colinton Village Enterprise. 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 Colinton Village Enterprise? Colinton Village Enterprise's website is http://www.cventerprise.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=SC049496).