Is Lochside Arena a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Lochside Arena as a registered charity (number SC040150) 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 Lochside Arena's charity number?

Lochside Arena's charity number is SC040150. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC040150?

Search SC040150 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.

Does Lochside Arena have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lochside Arena. 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 Lochside Arena?

Lochside Arena's website listed in our register data is http://www.lochsidearena.org. 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 Lochside Arena registered as a charity?

Lochside Arena was entered on the register on 18 December 2008.

Registered charity · No. SC040150Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)

Lochside Arena

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

Lochside Arena is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of education, the advancement of citizenship or community development, the advancement of public participation in sport.

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What are the key facts about Lochside Arena?

Reported income · year ending 2025-12-31: £22,692
Reported spending · year ending 2025-12-31: £48,106
Registered charity number: SC040150
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)
Register contact address detail (not service area): Western Isles
Website: www.lochsidearena.org

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Lochside Arena (number SC040150) 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 Lochside Arena do?

Lochside is set up to benefit the local community by providing and managing a purpose-built multi-use facility on the outskirts of Stornoway. We aim to improve quality of life by advancing education, encouraging participation in sport and recreation, and supporting community development in an inclusive and accessible way. We do this by operating a safe, weather-protected venue that includes indoor and outdoor arenas, stabling, and supporting facilities. The arena is used for equestrian activities and other events that promote physical activity, learning, and social connection for people of a…

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Lochside Arena

Answers Lochside Arena gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 December 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 18 December 2008
Where it says it operates: Western Isles

What causes is Lochside Arena registered for?

the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of public participation in sport

Why is there no Clarity Score for Lochside Arena yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Lochside Arena. An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

What should you check before donating to Lochside Arena?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lochside Arena a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Lochside Arena as a registered charity (number SC040150) 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 Lochside Arena's charity number?: Lochside Arena's charity number is SC040150. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC040150?: Search SC040150 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 Lochside Arena do?: Lochside is set up to benefit the local community by providing and managing a purpose-built multi-use facility on the outskirts of Stornoway. We aim to improve quality of life by advancing education, encouraging participation in sport and recreation, and supporting community development in an inclusive and accessible way. We do this by operating a safe, weather-protected venue that includes indoor and outdoor arenas, stabling, and supporting facilities. The arena is used for equestrian activities and other events that promote physical activity, learning, and social connection for people of a…
Does Lochside Arena have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lochside Arena. 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 Lochside Arena?: Lochside Arena's website listed in our register data is http://www.lochsidearena.org. 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 Lochside Arena registered as a charity?: Lochside Arena was entered on the register on 18 December 2008.

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.