CWS Irvine
CWS Irvine is a registered charity in Scotland working in the saving of lives, based in North Ayrshire.
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What are the key facts about CWS Irvine?
- Registered charity number
- SC047137
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
- Location
- North Ayrshire
- Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31)
- £22,766
- Website
- www.coastwatchirvine.co.uk
What does CWS Irvine do?
CWS exists to protect life at sea and along the coastline by operating lookout stations and supporting emergency services. It trains skilled volunteers, provides first aid facilities and instruction, promotes water safety education, monitors weather and VHF Channel 16, and assists with coastal events and youth awards. CWS also supports other charities, offers safety information to mariners and beach users, and manages its property and resources to further these aims.
What causes is CWS Irvine registered for?
Why is there no Clarity Score for CWS Irvine yet?
The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. CWS Irvine 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
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Frequently asked questions
- Is CWS Irvine a legitimate charity?
- Yes. CWS Irvine is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047137) 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 CWS Irvine's charity number?
- CWS Irvine's charity number is SC047137. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
- How do I check charity number SC047137?
- Search SC047137 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 CWS Irvine do?
- CWS exists to protect life at sea and along the coastline by operating lookout stations and supporting emergency services. It trains skilled volunteers, provides first aid facilities and instruction, promotes water safety education, monitors weather and VHF Channel 16, and assists with coastal events and youth awards. CWS also supports other charities, offers safety information to mariners and beach users, and manages its property and resources to further these aims.
- Does CWS Irvine have reviews and complaints?
- CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for CWS Irvine. 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 CWS Irvine?
- CWS Irvine's website is http://www.coastwatchirvine.co.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. Always verify current details on the official register entry.