--- title: "Surf Life Saving GB — check charity number SC042339 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Surf Life Saving GB a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC042339. the advancement of education charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/surf-life-saving-gb-sc retrieved: 2026-08-19T21:42:33.445Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Surf Life Saving GB is a registered charity (number SC042339) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the advancement of education; the saving of lives. Its latest reported income was £712,684 (year ending 2024-12-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about Surf Life Saving GB? Registered charity number SC042339 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £712,684 Website [www.slsgb.org.uk](http://www.slsgb.org.uk/) ## What does Surf Life Saving GB do? The object for which the Company is established is to save lives on British beaches and to provide education in all areas relating to lifesaving and resuscitation for the benefit of the public. ## What causes is Surf Life Saving GB registered for? the advancement of educationthe saving of lives ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Surf Life Saving GB yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Surf Life Saving GB is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=surf-life-saving-gb-sc&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.slsgb.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Surf Life Saving GB a legitimate charity? Yes. Surf Life Saving GB is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC042339) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is Surf Life Saving GB's charity number? Surf Life Saving GB's charity number is SC042339. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC042339? Search SC042339 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 Surf Life Saving GB do? The object for which the Company is established is to save lives on British beaches and to provide education in all areas relating to lifesaving and resuscitation for the benefit of the public. Does Surf Life Saving GB have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Surf Life Saving GB. 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 Surf Life Saving GB? Surf Life Saving GB's website is http://www.slsgb.org.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-08-07, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC042339).