Is Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland) a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland) as a registered charity (number SC007633) 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 Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland)'s charity number?

Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland)'s charity number is SC007633. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC007633?

Search SC007633 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 Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland) have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland). 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 Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland)?

Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland)'s website listed in our register data is http://www.paisleyabbey.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 Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland) registered as a charity?

Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland) was entered on the register on 3 January 1898.

Registered charity · No. SC007633Unincorporated association

Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland)

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

Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland) is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of religion.

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What are the key facts about Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland)?

Reported income · year ending 2025-12-31: £424,893
Reported spending · year ending 2025-12-31: £401,445
Registered charity number: SC007633
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Unincorporated association
Register contact address detail (not service area): Renfrewshire
Website: www.paisleyabbey.org.uk

Quick answer

Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland) (number SC007633) 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 Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland) do?

Paisley Abbey exists to glorify God and to work for the advancement of Christ's Kingdom throughout the world. It has as its core aims, to worship God, Father and the Holy Spirit. to welcome in Christ's name all who visit the Abbey for whatever reason and to witness to the love of God within the community of Paisley.

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland)

Answers Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland) 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: 3 January 1898
Where it says it operates: Renfrewshire

What causes is Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland) registered for?

the advancement of religion

Why is there no Clarity Score for Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland) yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland). 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 Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland)?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland) a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland) as a registered charity (number SC007633) 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 Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland)'s charity number?: Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland)'s charity number is SC007633. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC007633?: Search SC007633 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 Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland) do?: Paisley Abbey exists to glorify God and to work for the advancement of Christ's Kingdom throughout the world. It has as its core aims, to worship God, Father and the Holy Spirit. to welcome in Christ's name all who visit the Abbey for whatever reason and to witness to the love of God within the community of Paisley.
Does Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland) have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland). 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 Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland)?: Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland)'s website listed in our register data is http://www.paisleyabbey.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 Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland) registered as a charity?: Paisley Abbey (Church of Scotland) was entered on the register on 3 January 1898.

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.