Is Pentlands Men's Shed a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Pentlands Men's Shed as a registered charity (number SC049747) 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 Pentlands Men's Shed's charity number?

Pentlands Men's Shed's charity number is SC049747. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC049747?

Search SC049747 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 Pentlands Men's Shed have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Pentlands 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 Pentlands Men's Shed?

Pentlands Men's Shed's website listed in our register data is https://pentlandsmensshed.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 Pentlands Men's Shed registered as a charity?

Pentlands Men's Shed was entered on the register on 19 November 2019.

Registered charity · No. SC049747SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Pentlands Men's Shed

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

Pentlands 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 Pentlands Men's Shed?

Reported income · year ending 2025-11-30: £3,352
Reported spending · year ending 2025-11-30: £6,962
Registered charity number: SC049747
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact address detail (not service area): City of Edinburgh
Website: pentlandsmensshed.org

Quick answer

Pentlands Men's Shed (number SC049747) 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 Pentlands Men's Shed do?

To provide a means to enhance the wellbeing of men who may be living on their own, retired or widowed, who wish to help others using the skills they have from the workplace or their personal hobbies. By coming together we also encourage the members to seek help where needed and advise where to seek it.

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

From the annual return

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

Answers Pentlands Men's Shed gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 30 November 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: 19 November 2019
Where it says it operates: City of Edinburgh

What causes is Pentlands 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 Pentlands Men's Shed yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Pentlands 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

What should you check before donating to Pentlands Men's Shed?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Pentlands Men's Shed a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Pentlands Men's Shed as a registered charity (number SC049747) 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 Pentlands Men's Shed's charity number?: Pentlands Men's Shed's charity number is SC049747. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC049747?: Search SC049747 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 Pentlands Men's Shed do?: To provide a means to enhance the wellbeing of men who may be living on their own, retired or widowed, who wish to help others using the skills they have from the workplace or their personal hobbies. By coming together we also encourage the members to seek help where needed and advise where to seek it.
Does Pentlands Men's Shed have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Pentlands 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 Pentlands Men's Shed?: Pentlands Men's Shed's website listed in our register data is https://pentlandsmensshed.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 Pentlands Men's Shed registered as a charity?: Pentlands Men's Shed was entered on the register on 19 November 2019.

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.