Is Wat Buddha Metta UK a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Wat Buddha Metta UK as a registered charity (number SC053866) 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 Wat Buddha Metta UK's charity number?

Wat Buddha Metta UK's charity number is SC053866. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC053866?

Search SC053866 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 Wat Buddha Metta UK have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Wat Buddha Metta UK. 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 Wat Buddha Metta UK?

Wat Buddha Metta UK does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.

When was Wat Buddha Metta UK registered as a charity?

Wat Buddha Metta UK was entered on the register on 17 December 2024.

Registered charity · No. SC053866SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Wat Buddha Metta UK

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

Wat Buddha Metta UK is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of religion, the promotion of religious or racial harmony.

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What are the key facts about Wat Buddha Metta UK?

Reported income · year ending 2025-12-31: £43,199
Registered charity number: SC053866
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact address detail (not service area): Dumfries And Galloway

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Wat Buddha Metta UK (number SC053866) 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 Wat Buddha Metta UK do?

The WBMUK's primary focus is to find a property in Scotland to establish a Buddhist Centre and invite monastics and students from Thailand to use as a base to study in the UK and experience the UK culture. The centre will also be used for retreats, allowing anyone from around the UK to stay and learn about and practice Buddhism and Meditation.

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Wat Buddha Metta UK

Answers Wat Buddha Metta UK 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: 17 December 2024
Where it says it operates: Dumfries And Galloway

What causes is Wat Buddha Metta UK registered for?

the advancement of religionthe promotion of religious or racial harmony

Why is there no Clarity Score for Wat Buddha Metta UK yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Wat Buddha Metta UK. 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 Wat Buddha Metta UK?

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Frequently asked questions

Is Wat Buddha Metta UK a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Wat Buddha Metta UK as a registered charity (number SC053866) 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 Wat Buddha Metta UK's charity number?: Wat Buddha Metta UK's charity number is SC053866. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC053866?: Search SC053866 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 Wat Buddha Metta UK do?: The WBMUK's primary focus is to find a property in Scotland to establish a Buddhist Centre and invite monastics and students from Thailand to use as a base to study in the UK and experience the UK culture. The centre will also be used for retreats, allowing anyone from around the UK to stay and learn about and practice Buddhism and Meditation.
Does Wat Buddha Metta UK have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Wat Buddha Metta UK. 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 Wat Buddha Metta UK?: Wat Buddha Metta UK does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes donations.
When was Wat Buddha Metta UK registered as a charity?: Wat Buddha Metta UK was entered on the register on 17 December 2024.

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.