--- title: "Drum Riding For The Disabled, Edinburgh — check charity number SC005973 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Drum Riding For The Disabled, Edinburgh a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC005973. the advancement of health charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/drum-riding-for-the-disabled-edinburgh retrieved: 2026-08-24T05:10:10.515Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Drum Riding For The Disabled, Edinburgh is a registered charity (number SC005973) 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 health; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £255,335 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Drum Riding For The Disabled, Edinburgh? Registered charity number SC005973 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £255,335 Website [www.drumrda.org.uk](http://www.drumrda.org.uk/) ## What does Drum Riding For The Disabled, Edinburgh do? The Drum Riding for the Disabled Trust has been committed to serving and helping the disabled and supported community in Edinburgh and The Lothians. It's a safe space, to make friends, become part of our community and share in our love and respect for horses and ponies. We are continuing to try and reach more and more people who need support. We have pioneered horse husbandry, youth support and family connection programmes, some of which are award winning, in our quest to help as many people as possible. ## What causes is Drum Riding For The Disabled, Edinburgh registered for? the advancement of healththe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Drum Riding For The Disabled, Edinburgh yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Drum Riding For The Disabled, Edinburgh 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=drum-riding-for-the-disabled-edinburgh&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.drumrda.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Drum Riding For The Disabled, Edinburgh a legitimate charity? Yes. Drum Riding For The Disabled, Edinburgh is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC005973) 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 Drum Riding For The Disabled, Edinburgh's charity number? Drum Riding For The Disabled, Edinburgh's charity number is SC005973. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC005973? Search SC005973 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 Drum Riding For The Disabled, Edinburgh do? The Drum Riding for the Disabled Trust has been committed to serving and helping the disabled and supported community in Edinburgh and The Lothians. It's a safe space, to make friends, become part of our community and share in our love and respect for horses and ponies. We are continuing to try and reach more and more people who need support. We have pioneered horse husbandry, youth support and family connection programmes, some of which are award winning, in our quest to help as many people as possible. Does Drum Riding For The Disabled, Edinburgh have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Drum Riding For The Disabled, Edinburgh. 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 Drum Riding For The Disabled, Edinburgh? Drum Riding For The Disabled, Edinburgh's website is http://www.drumrda.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=SC005973).