Is Stranraer Men's Shed a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Stranraer Men's Shed as a registered charity (number SC046393) 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 Stranraer Men's Shed's charity number?

Stranraer Men's Shed's charity number is SC046393. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC046393?

Search SC046393 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 Stranraer Men's Shed have reviews and complaints?

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

Stranraer Men's Shed's website listed in our register data is http://www.rhinsshed.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 Stranraer Men's Shed registered as a charity?

Stranraer Men's Shed was entered on the register on 8 March 2016.

Registered charity · No. SC046393Unincorporated association

Stranraer Men's Shed

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

Stranraer 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.

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

Reported income · year ending 2026-03-31: £5,853
Reported spending · year ending 2026-03-31: £5,943
Registered charity number: SC046393
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Unincorporated association
Register contact address detail (not service area): Dumfries And Galloway
Website: www.rhinsshed.org.uk

Quick answer

Stranraer Men's Shed (number SC046393) 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 Stranraer Men's Shed do?

Provide a workshop and meeting place for men in the hope of alleviating boredom, mental illness etc. To give a worthwhile aim to their lives.

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

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

Answers Stranraer Men's Shed gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 March 2026, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 8 March 2016
Also known as: The Rhins Men's Shed
Where it says it operates: Dumfries And Galloway

What causes is Stranraer 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 intended

Why is there no Clarity Score for Stranraer Men's Shed yet?

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Stranraer Men's Shed a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Stranraer Men's Shed as a registered charity (number SC046393) 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 Stranraer Men's Shed's charity number?: Stranraer Men's Shed's charity number is SC046393. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC046393?: Search SC046393 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 Stranraer Men's Shed do?: Provide a workshop and meeting place for men in the hope of alleviating boredom, mental illness etc. To give a worthwhile aim to their lives.
Does Stranraer Men's Shed have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Stranraer 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 Stranraer Men's Shed?: Stranraer Men's Shed's website listed in our register data is http://www.rhinsshed.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 Stranraer Men's Shed registered as a charity?: Stranraer Men's Shed was entered on the register on 8 March 2016.

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.