Is Jock Tamson's Gairden a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Jock Tamson's Gairden as a registered charity (number SC050428) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Jock Tamson's Gairden's charity number?

Jock Tamson's Gairden's charity number is SC050428. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC050428?

Search SC050428 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.

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How can I donate to Jock Tamson's Gairden?

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When was Jock Tamson's Gairden registered as a charity?

Jock Tamson's Gairden was entered on the register on 1 September 2020.

Registered charity · No. SC050428SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Jock Tamson's Gairden

Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data

Jock Tamson's Gairden is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of education, the advancement of citizenship or community development, the advancement of environmental protection or improvement.

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What are the key facts about Jock Tamson's Gairden?

Reported income · year ending 2026-01-31: £84,000
Reported spending · year ending 2026-01-31: £90,745
Registered charity number: SC050428
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact address detail (not service area): City of Edinburgh
Website: www.jocktamsonsgairden.org.uk

Quick answer

Jock Tamson's Gairden (number SC050428) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Jock Tamson's Gairden do?

Jock Tamson’s Gairden is a place to grow things, nurture people and provides a beautiful, tranquil space. It is an inclusive environment for individuals and groups who want to find peace, friendship, learn a skill, wander and enjoy nature. It meets needs in our community that perhaps are not currently being met. It is a place for people from all walks of life and background - an environment that is conducive to health and wellbeing by giving opportunities for learning skills and providing space and activity for people to be and enjoy. It improves wellbeing, alleviates social isolation and…

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Jock Tamson's Gairden

Answers Jock Tamson's Gairden gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 January 2026, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 1 September 2020
Where it says it operates: City of Edinburgh

What causes is Jock Tamson's Gairden registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of environmental protection or improvement

Why is there no Clarity Score for Jock Tamson's Gairden yet?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Jock Tamson's Gairden a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Jock Tamson's Gairden as a registered charity (number SC050428) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Jock Tamson's Gairden's charity number?: Jock Tamson's Gairden's charity number is SC050428. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC050428?: Search SC050428 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 Jock Tamson's Gairden do?: Jock Tamson’s Gairden is a place to grow things, nurture people and provides a beautiful, tranquil space. It is an inclusive environment for individuals and groups who want to find peace, friendship, learn a skill, wander and enjoy nature. It meets needs in our community that perhaps are not currently being met. It is a place for people from all walks of life and background - an environment that is conducive to health and wellbeing by giving opportunities for learning skills and providing space and activity for people to be and enjoy. It improves wellbeing, alleviates social isolation and…
Does Jock Tamson's Gairden have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Jock Tamson's Gairden. 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 Jock Tamson's Gairden?: Jock Tamson's Gairden's website listed in our register data is http://www.jocktamsonsgairden.org.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.
When was Jock Tamson's Gairden registered as a charity?: Jock Tamson's Gairden was entered on the register on 1 September 2020.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.