Is Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church as a registered charity (number SC017317) 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 Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church's charity number?

Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church's charity number is SC017317. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC017317?

Search SC017317 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 Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church have reviews and complaints?

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How can I donate to Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church?

Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church's website listed in our register data is http://www.maxwellmearns.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 Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church registered as a charity?

Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church was entered on the register on 16 March 1972.

Registered charity · No. SC017317Unincorporated association

Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church

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

Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of religion.

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What are the key facts about Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church?

Reported income · year ending 2025-12-31: £95,155
Reported spending · year ending 2025-12-31: £88,885
Registered charity number: SC017317
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Unincorporated association
Register contact address detail (not service area): East Renfrewshire
Website: www.maxwellmearns.org.uk

Quick answer

Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church (number SC017317) 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 Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church do?

As a congregation of the Church of Scotland, it is set up to glorify God and to work for the advancement of Christ's kingdom throughout the world. A service of worship takes place every Sunday morning with additional services at Christmas and Easter and other times as considered appropriate. It has ecumenical links with other local churches. It has a number of weekday organisations and provides facilities for a number of community organisations and organises events to support the church and a number of good causes.

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

From the annual return

Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church

Answers Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church 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: 16 March 1972
Also known as: Maxwell Mearns Church Of Scotland
Where it says it operates: East Renfrewshire

What causes is Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church registered for?

the advancement of religion

Why is there no Clarity Score for Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church. 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 Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church as a registered charity (number SC017317) 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 Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church's charity number?: Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church's charity number is SC017317. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC017317?: Search SC017317 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 Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church do?: As a congregation of the Church of Scotland, it is set up to glorify God and to work for the advancement of Christ's kingdom throughout the world. A service of worship takes place every Sunday morning with additional services at Christmas and Easter and other times as considered appropriate. It has ecumenical links with other local churches. It has a number of weekday organisations and provides facilities for a number of community organisations and organises events to support the church and a number of good causes.
Does Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church. 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 Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church?: Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church's website listed in our register data is http://www.maxwellmearns.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 Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church registered as a charity?: Maxwell Mearns Castle Parish Church was entered on the register on 16 March 1972.

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.