Is Lossiemouth Men's Shed a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Lossiemouth Men's Shed as a registered charity (number SC052456) 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 Lossiemouth Men's Shed's charity number?

Lossiemouth Men's Shed's charity number is SC052456. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC052456?

Search SC052456 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 Lossiemouth Men's Shed have reviews and complaints?

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How can I donate to Lossiemouth Men's Shed?

Lossiemouth Men's Shed does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.

When was Lossiemouth Men's Shed registered as a charity?

Lossiemouth Men's Shed was entered on the register on 4 April 2023.

Registered charity · No. SC052456SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Lossiemouth Men's Shed

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

Lossiemouth Men's Shed is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include 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.

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What are the key facts about Lossiemouth Men's Shed?

Reported income · year ending 2025-12-31: £16,152
Reported spending · year ending 2025-12-31: £13,129
Registered charity number: SC052456
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact address detail (not service area): Moray

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Lossiemouth Men's Shed (number SC052456) 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 Lossiemouth Men's Shed do?

The Shed welcomes men aged 18 and over and provides a supportive, inclusive environment where members can meet regularly for companionship, conversation, and shared activities. Open on Tuesday mornings, Thursday evenings (except during the colder winter months), and Sunday mornings, it offers a relaxed setting to enjoy refreshments and social interaction. The Shed is equipped with a range of woodworking tools and equipment, which members use both for personal projects and for producing items to sell locally or provide for community organisations. In addition to practical activities, members c…

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Lossiemouth Men's Shed

Answers Lossiemouth Men's Shed 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: 4 April 2023
Where it says it operates: Moray

What causes is Lossiemouth 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 Lossiemouth Men's Shed yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Lossiemouth Men's Shed. 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Lossiemouth Men's Shed a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Lossiemouth Men's Shed as a registered charity (number SC052456) 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 Lossiemouth Men's Shed's charity number?: Lossiemouth Men's Shed's charity number is SC052456. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC052456?: Search SC052456 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 Lossiemouth Men's Shed do?: The Shed welcomes men aged 18 and over and provides a supportive, inclusive environment where members can meet regularly for companionship, conversation, and shared activities. Open on Tuesday mornings, Thursday evenings (except during the colder winter months), and Sunday mornings, it offers a relaxed setting to enjoy refreshments and social interaction. The Shed is equipped with a range of woodworking tools and equipment, which members use both for personal projects and for producing items to sell locally or provide for community organisations. In addition to practical activities, members c…
Does Lossiemouth Men's Shed have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lossiemouth 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 Lossiemouth Men's Shed?: Lossiemouth Men's Shed does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.
When was Lossiemouth Men's Shed registered as a charity?: Lossiemouth Men's Shed was entered on the register on 4 April 2023.

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.