Kelso Writers
Kelso Writers is a registered charity in Scotland working in the advancement of education, the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science, based in Scottish Borders.
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Key facts
- Registered charity number
- SC049640
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
- Location
- Scottish Borders
- Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30)
- £1,832
What the charity does
Almost everyone believes they have a book in them but most don’t know how to start. Some people have started writing but don’t have the confidence to continue or finish the task. We aim to help all of them begin writing, and to improve their writing skills by running workshops, holding ‘open mic’ sessions to help people build their confidence in reading their stories aloud and receiving constructive feedback, and by publishing their stories and poetry in books and online. Most people affirm that writing improves their mental health and sharing their written work reduces loneliness. We…
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Kelso Writers a legitimate charity?
- Yes. Kelso Writers is a registered charity (number SC049640) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register.
- What does Kelso Writers do?
- Almost everyone believes they have a book in them but most don’t know how to start. Some people have started writing but don’t have the confidence to continue or finish the task. We aim to help all of them begin writing, and to improve their writing skills by running workshops, holding ‘open mic’ sessions to help people build their confidence in reading their stories aloud and receiving constructive feedback, and by publishing their stories and poetry in books and online. Most people affirm that writing improves their mental health and sharing their written work reduces loneliness. We…
- How can I donate to Kelso Writers?
- Kelso Writers's website is http://kelsowritersworkshop.blogspot.com — 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 2026-07-17, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.