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title: "Edinburgh University Press Limited — check charity number SC035813 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Edinburgh University Press Limited a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC035813. the advancement of education 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-university-press-limited
retrieved: 2026-08-23T11:01:39.113Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Edinburgh University Press Limited is a registered charity (number SC035813) 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 education. Its latest reported income was £5,339,520 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 University Press Limited?

Registered charity number

SC035813

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)

Location

City of Edinburgh

Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31)

£5,339,520

Website

[www.eup.ed.ac.uk](http://www.eup.ed.ac.uk/)

## What does Edinburgh University Press Limited do?

Our charity exists to disseminate peer-reviewed research and scholarship, making academic knowledge accessible to students, researchers, and the public. We publish in areas underserved by commercial publishers — niche disciplines, developing world scholarship, and open access titles where profit is not viable. Our surplus is reinvested into our charitable mission rather than distributed as profit. Editorial decisions are made on scholarly merit rather than commercial considerations, ensuring we serve academic and scholarly communities rather than shareholder interests. We also provide open ac…

## What causes is Edinburgh University Press Limited registered for?

the advancement of education

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Edinburgh University Press Limited yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Edinburgh University Press Limited 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.
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[Visit charity website](http://www.eup.ed.ac.uk/)

## Frequently asked questions

Is Edinburgh University Press Limited a legitimate charity?

Yes. Edinburgh University Press Limited is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC035813) 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 University Press Limited's charity number?

Edinburgh University Press Limited's charity number is SC035813. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC035813?

Search SC035813 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 University Press Limited do?

Our charity exists to disseminate peer-reviewed research and scholarship, making academic knowledge accessible to students, researchers, and the public. We publish in areas underserved by commercial publishers — niche disciplines, developing world scholarship, and open access titles where profit is not viable. Our surplus is reinvested into our charitable mission rather than distributed as profit. Editorial decisions are made on scholarly merit rather than commercial considerations, ensuring we serve academic and scholarly communities rather than shareholder interests. We also provide open ac…

Does Edinburgh University Press Limited have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Edinburgh University Press Limited. 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 University Press Limited?

Edinburgh University Press Limited's website is http://www.eup.ed.ac.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=SC035813).