--- title: "Fochabers Men's Shed — charity SC047322" description: "Fochabers Men's Shed (charity SC047322). Check registration, activities, accounts and official sources. Independent UK charity profile." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/fochabers-men-s-shed retrieved: 2026-09-21T17:18:34.662Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Fochabers Men's Shed is listed as a registered charity (number SC047322) in the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data used for this profile. Verify its current status and contact details on the live register before donating. It is registered for: 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £5,676 (year ending 2025-10-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score can be added when it enters our detailed scoring dataset. ## What are the key facts about Fochabers Men's Shed? Registered charity number SC047322 Status in source extract Registered Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Register contact locality (not service coverage) Moray Latest income (year ending 2025-10-31) £5,676 Website [www.fochabersmensshed.co.uk](http://www.fochabersmensshed.co.uk/) ## What does Fochabers Men's Shed do? The purpose of the organisation is to build connections, purpose and community with hands-on projects, skill sharing, creativity, learning, staying active in mind and body and combatting loneliness. Providing a safe welcoming place, the shed welcomes all over 18's, relying on volunteering to remain sustainable. ## What causes is Fochabers Men's Shed registered for? 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 intendedthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Fochabers Men's Shed yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Fochabers 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. A rating can be added when the charity enters our scoring dataset with enough filing data. Payment never influences a rating. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## What should you check before donating to Fochabers Men's Shed? - Match the registered name and number to the appeal. A real charity number can be copied by someone impersonating the organisation. - Open the current register entry to check status, contact details and available accounts. This profile reflects a dated extract. - Read the charity’s annual report for its work and results. An unrated profile means we lack a full assessment; it is not a negative rating. [How to read charity accounts](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/guides/how-to-read-accounts) · [Explore rated charities](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity-directory) ## Provided by the charity Supporting public source ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. 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Search SC047322 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 Fochabers Men's Shed do? The purpose of the organisation is to build connections, purpose and community with hands-on projects, skill sharing, creativity, learning, staying active in mind and body and combatting loneliness. Providing a safe welcoming place, the shed welcomes all over 18's, relying on volunteering to remain sustainable. Does Fochabers Men's Shed have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Fochabers 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 Fochabers Men's Shed? Fochabers Men's Shed's website listed in our register data is http://www.fochabersmensshed.co.uk. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-09-08, 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=SC047322).