Is Esk Valley Church (EVC) a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Esk Valley Church (EVC) as a registered charity (number SC053864) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.

What is Esk Valley Church (EVC)'s charity number?

Esk Valley Church (EVC)'s charity number is SC053864. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC053864?

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Does Esk Valley Church (EVC) have reviews and complaints?

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How can I donate to Esk Valley Church (EVC)?

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When was Esk Valley Church (EVC) registered as a charity?

Esk Valley Church (EVC) was entered on the register on 17 December 2024.

Registered charity · No. SC053864Unincorporated association

Esk Valley Church (EVC)

Independent profile · Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) data

Esk Valley Church (EVC) is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of religion.

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What are the key facts about Esk Valley Church (EVC)?

Reported income · year ending 2025-12-31: £355,175
Reported spending · year ending 2025-12-31: £116,198
Registered charity number: SC053864
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: Unincorporated association
Register contact address detail (not service area): Midlothian
Website: eskvalleychurch.org

Quick answer

Esk Valley Church (EVC) (number SC053864) is listed as registered in the OSCR snapshot used here. Check the live register for its current position. Registration does not authenticate a particular fundraising appeal or establish the impact of a donation.

What does Esk Valley Church (EVC) do?

Our congregation exists to maintain public worship, proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ, and advance the Christian faith locally and worldwide. We are committed to Christian fellowship, pastoral care for those in need, and upholding the interests of the Free Church of Scotland. Our activities include weekly worship services, Sunday School, fortnightly Bible study, prayer meetings, social events, and community groups such as a baby and toddler music group. Through these, we serve the local community, offer guidance on matters of faith and moral issues, and provide pastoral care and support to…

Activities reported on the official register · extract 2026-10-04.

From the annual return

Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Esk Valley Church (EVC)

Answers Esk Valley Church (EVC) gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 December 2025, plus its register entry. A blank answer in the return is shown as not reported, never as “no”.

Registration details

Registered as a charity: 17 December 2024
Also known as: Esk Valley Free Church
Where it says it operates: Midlothian

What causes is Esk Valley Church (EVC) registered for?

the advancement of religion

Why is there no Clarity Score for Esk Valley Church (EVC) yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Esk Valley Church (EVC). An unrated profile is a gap in our assessment, not a negative judgement about the charity. The register facts and available annual-return disclosures above remain useful. Payment never influences a rating. How scoring works

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Frequently asked questions

Is Esk Valley Church (EVC) a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Esk Valley Church (EVC) as a registered charity (number SC053864) with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR). Check the current register entry. A real charity number does not verify a fundraiser or appeal, and registration is not an impact rating.
What is Esk Valley Church (EVC)'s charity number?: Esk Valley Church (EVC)'s charity number is SC053864. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC053864?: Search SC053864 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 Esk Valley Church (EVC) do?: Our congregation exists to maintain public worship, proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ, and advance the Christian faith locally and worldwide. We are committed to Christian fellowship, pastoral care for those in need, and upholding the interests of the Free Church of Scotland. Our activities include weekly worship services, Sunday School, fortnightly Bible study, prayer meetings, social events, and community groups such as a baby and toddler music group. Through these, we serve the local community, offer guidance on matters of faith and moral issues, and provide pastoral care and support to…
Does Esk Valley Church (EVC) have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Esk Valley Church (EVC). 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 Esk Valley Church (EVC)?: Esk Valley Church (EVC)'s website listed in our register data is https://eskvalleychurch.org. Verify it against the current register before donating. CharityCompare does not process donations or take a commission; the charity's payment provider may charge fees.
When was Esk Valley Church (EVC) registered as a charity?: Esk Valley Church (EVC) was entered on the register on 17 December 2024.

Source: Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register extract dated 2026-10-04, used under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Always verify current details on the official register entry.