Registered charity · No. SC000015Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)
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Water Of Leith Conservation Trust
Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data
Water Of Leith Conservation Trust is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science, the advancement of environmental protection or improvement.
Water Of Leith Conservation Trust (number SC000015) 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 Water Of Leith Conservation Trust do?
The Water of Leith Conservation Trust works to protect and enhance Edinburgh’s river as a haven for wildlife and a valuable green corridor for people. We are the only organisation caring for the whole 24-mile Water of Leith, delivering over 250 clean-ups and 170 learning sessions each year. Our volunteers maintain the walkway, restore habitats, tackle pollution and invasive species, and monitor biodiversity—ensuring the river remains healthy, accessible, and resilient to climate change. Through education, outdoor learning, and community involvement, we connect people of all ages with nature a…
Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.
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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Water Of Leith Conservation Trust
Answers Water Of Leith Conservation Trust gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 March 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.
Where does Water Of Leith Conservation Trust's money come from?
Water Of Leith Conservation Trust reported £354k total income for the year ending 31 March 2025. The largest sources were charitable activities £281k (79%), trading and fundraising events £72k (20%), investments £2,017 (1%).
Charitable activities (fees and contracts)£281k · 79%
Trading and fundraising events£72k · 20%
Investments£2,017 · 1%
Registration details
Registered as a charity
Where it says it operates
City of Edinburgh
What causes is Water Of Leith Conservation Trust registered for?
the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe advancement of environmental protection or improvement
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Is Water Of Leith Conservation Trust a legitimate charity?
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Water Of Leith Conservation Trust's charity number is SC000015. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
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What does Water Of Leith Conservation Trust do?
The Water of Leith Conservation Trust works to protect and enhance Edinburgh’s river as a haven for wildlife and a valuable green corridor for people. We are the only organisation caring for the whole 24-mile Water of Leith, delivering over 250 clean-ups and 170 learning sessions each year. Our volunteers maintain the walkway, restore habitats, tackle pollution and invasive species, and monitor biodiversity—ensuring the river remains healthy, accessible, and resilient to climate change. Through education, outdoor learning, and community involvement, we connect people of all ages with nature a…
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How can I donate to Water Of Leith Conservation Trust?
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Where does Water Of Leith Conservation Trust's money come from?
Water Of Leith Conservation Trust reported £354k total income for the year ending 31 March 2025. The largest sources were charitable activities £281k (79%), trading and fundraising events £72k (20%), investments £2,017 (1%).
When was Water Of Leith Conservation Trust registered as a charity?
Water Of Leith Conservation Trust was entered on the register on 1 November 1988.