--- title: "Edinburgh Leisure — check charity number SC027450 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Edinburgh Leisure a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC027450. 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/edinburgh-leisure retrieved: 2026-08-23T10:04:56.310Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Edinburgh Leisure is a registered charity (number SC027450) 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 advancement of public participation in sport; 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 £44,763,000 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Edinburgh Leisure? Registered charity number SC027450 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £44,763,000 Website [www.edinburghleisure.co.uk](http://www.edinburghleisure.co.uk/) ## What does Edinburgh Leisure do? To provide or assist in the provision of, facilities for recreation or other leisure time occupation in the interests of social welfare for the general public and in particular in connection with the local authority area of The City of Edinburgh as defined in the Local Government etc. (Scotland) Act 1994 (hereinafter referred to as 'the Community') with the object of improving the conditions of life for the Community. and To provide, whilst providing or assisting in the provision of such facilities for the Community, special facilities for persons who by reason of their youth, infirmity or di… ## What causes is Edinburgh Leisure registered for? the advancement of healththe advancement of public participation in sportthe 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 Edinburgh Leisure yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Edinburgh Leisure 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=edinburgh-leisure&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.edinburghleisure.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Edinburgh Leisure a legitimate charity? Yes. Edinburgh Leisure is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC027450) 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 Edinburgh Leisure's charity number? Edinburgh Leisure's charity number is SC027450. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC027450? Search SC027450 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 Edinburgh Leisure do? To provide or assist in the provision of, facilities for recreation or other leisure time occupation in the interests of social welfare for the general public and in particular in connection with the local authority area of The City of Edinburgh as defined in the Local Government etc. (Scotland) Act 1994 (hereinafter referred to as 'the Community') with the object of improving the conditions of life for the Community. and To provide, whilst providing or assisting in the provision of such facilities for the Community, special facilities for persons who by reason of their youth, infirmity or di… Does Edinburgh Leisure have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Edinburgh Leisure. 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 Edinburgh Leisure? Edinburgh Leisure's website is http://www.edinburghleisure.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](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=SC027450).