Water Of Leith Conservation Trust
Water Of Leith Conservation Trust is a registered charity in Scotland working in the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science, the advancement of environmental protection or improvement, based in City of Edinburgh.
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Key facts
- Registered charity number
- SC000015
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)
- Location
- City of Edinburgh
- Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)
- £1,347,147
- Website
- www.waterofleith.org.uk
What the charity does
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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Frequently asked questions
- Is Water Of Leith Conservation Trust a legitimate charity?
- Yes. Water Of Leith Conservation Trust is a registered charity (number SC000015) regulated by the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). You can verify it on the official register.
- 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…
- How can I donate to Water Of Leith Conservation Trust?
- Water Of Leith Conservation Trust's website is http://www.waterofleith.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 2026-07-18, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.