--- title: "Edinburgh Shoreline SCIO — check charity number SC051070 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Edinburgh Shoreline SCIO a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC051070. the advancement of environmental protection or improvement charity based in West Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/edinburgh-shoreline-scio retrieved: 2026-08-23T14:30:38.154Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Edinburgh Shoreline SCIO is a registered charity (number SC051070) 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 environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £41,966 (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 Shoreline SCIO? Registered charity number SC051070 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location West Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £41,966 Website [edinburghshoreline.org.uk](http://edinburghshoreline.org.uk/) ## What does Edinburgh Shoreline SCIO do? Raising awareness about Edinburgh's coast and the Firth of Forth in terms of cultural heritage, and important biodiversity designations and threats to and losses regarding these. Our aim is to deliver sustainable change. We undertake this through research, recording, and community engagement events. We use local volunteers for Citizen Science projects. We liaise with relevant organisations such as the City of Edinburgh Councll, have a close working relationship with Heriot Watt University and ongoing collaboration with Universities of Glasgow, Edinburgh and Stirling as well as others. Stude… ## What causes is Edinburgh Shoreline SCIO registered for? the advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Edinburgh Shoreline SCIO yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Edinburgh Shoreline SCIO 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-shoreline-scio&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://edinburghshoreline.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Edinburgh Shoreline SCIO a legitimate charity? Yes. Edinburgh Shoreline SCIO is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC051070) 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 Shoreline SCIO's charity number? Edinburgh Shoreline SCIO's charity number is SC051070. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC051070? Search SC051070 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 Shoreline SCIO do? Raising awareness about Edinburgh's coast and the Firth of Forth in terms of cultural heritage, and important biodiversity designations and threats to and losses regarding these. Our aim is to deliver sustainable change. We undertake this through research, recording, and community engagement events. We use local volunteers for Citizen Science projects. We liaise with relevant organisations such as the City of Edinburgh Councll, have a close working relationship with Heriot Watt University and ongoing collaboration with Universities of Glasgow, Edinburgh and Stirling as well as others. Stude… Does Edinburgh Shoreline SCIO have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Edinburgh Shoreline SCIO. 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 Shoreline SCIO? Edinburgh Shoreline SCIO's website is http://edinburghshoreline.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=SC051070).