--- title: "Craigentinny/Lochend Social Centre — check charity number SC004774 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Craigentinny/Lochend Social Centre a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC004774. the advancement of education 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/craigentinny-lochend-social-centre retrieved: 2026-08-19T16:48:46.968Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Craigentinny/Lochend Social Centre is a registered charity (number SC004774) 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 citizenship or community development; 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 £12,428 (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 Craigentinny/Lochend Social Centre? Registered charity number SC004774 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £12,428 Website [www.craigentinnycommunitycentre.co.uk](http://www.craigentinnycommunitycentre.co.uk/) ## What does Craigentinny/Lochend Social Centre do? We were set up to serve the people of Craigentinny/Lochend and ensure we meet the purpose of section 1 above. We do this by providing youth groups from 5-17 year olds, we have social clubs for our elderly eg bingo and social events, we have various groups eg exercise, we offer warm room facilities ## What causes is Craigentinny/Lochend Social Centre registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe 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 Craigentinny/Lochend Social Centre yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Craigentinny/Lochend Social Centre 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=craigentinny-lochend-social-centre&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.craigentinnycommunitycentre.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Craigentinny/Lochend Social Centre a legitimate charity? Yes. Craigentinny/Lochend Social Centre is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC004774) 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 Craigentinny/Lochend Social Centre's charity number? Craigentinny/Lochend Social Centre's charity number is SC004774. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC004774? Search SC004774 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 Craigentinny/Lochend Social Centre do? We were set up to serve the people of Craigentinny/Lochend and ensure we meet the purpose of section 1 above. We do this by providing youth groups from 5-17 year olds, we have social clubs for our elderly eg bingo and social events, we have various groups eg exercise, we offer warm room facilities Does Craigentinny/Lochend Social Centre have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Craigentinny/Lochend Social Centre. 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 Craigentinny/Lochend Social Centre? Craigentinny/Lochend Social Centre's website is http://www.craigentinnycommunitycentre.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=SC004774).