Is Fochabers Men's Shed a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Fochabers Men's Shed as a registered charity (number SC047322) 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 Fochabers Men's Shed's charity number?

Fochabers Men's Shed's charity number is SC047322. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC047322?

Search SC047322 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.

Does Fochabers Men's Shed have reviews and complaints?

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How can I donate to Fochabers Men's Shed?

Fochabers Men's Shed's website listed in our register data is http://www.fochabersmensshed.co.uk. 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 Fochabers Men's Shed registered as a charity?

Fochabers Men's Shed was entered on the register on 12 April 2017.

Registered charity · No. SC047322SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Fochabers Men's Shed

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

Fochabers Men's Shed is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include 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, the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage.

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What are the key facts about Fochabers Men's Shed?

Reported income · year ending 2025-10-31: £5,676
Reported spending · year ending 2025-10-31: £6,578
Registered charity number: SC047322
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact address detail (not service area): Moray
Website: www.fochabersmensshed.co.uk

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Fochabers Men's Shed (number SC047322) 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 Fochabers Men's Shed do?

The purpose of the organisation is to build connections, purpose and community with hands-on projects, skill sharing, creativity, learning, staying active in mind and body and combatting loneliness. Providing a safe welcoming place, the shed welcomes all over 18's, relying on volunteering to remain sustainable.

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Fochabers Men's Shed

Answers Fochabers Men's Shed gave in its annual return to the OSCR for the year ending 31 October 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: 12 April 2017
Where it says it operates: Moray

What causes is Fochabers Men's Shed registered for?

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 intendedthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage

Why is there no Clarity Score for Fochabers Men's Shed yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Fochabers Men's Shed. 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 Fochabers Men's Shed a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Fochabers Men's Shed as a registered charity (number SC047322) 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 Fochabers Men's Shed's charity number?: Fochabers Men's Shed's charity number is SC047322. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC047322?: Search SC047322 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 Fochabers Men's Shed do?: The purpose of the organisation is to build connections, purpose and community with hands-on projects, skill sharing, creativity, learning, staying active in mind and body and combatting loneliness. Providing a safe welcoming place, the shed welcomes all over 18's, relying on volunteering to remain sustainable.
Does Fochabers Men's Shed have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Fochabers Men's Shed. 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 Fochabers Men's Shed?: Fochabers Men's Shed's website listed in our register data is http://www.fochabersmensshed.co.uk. 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 Fochabers Men's Shed registered as a charity?: Fochabers Men's Shed was entered on the register on 12 April 2017.

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.