--- title: "Forfar Open Garden — check charity number SC045844 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Forfar Open Garden a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC045844. the advancement of health charity based in Angus. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/forfar-open-garden retrieved: 2026-08-24T01:08:40.126Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Forfar Open Garden is a registered charity (number SC045844) 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £82,133 (year ending 2025-02-28). 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 Forfar Open Garden? Registered charity number SC045844 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Angus Latest income (year ending 2025-02-28) £82,133 ## What does Forfar Open Garden do? We support regular visits from local primary schools, nurseries, care homes, a home schooling group and the Change Mental Health support group growing fruit, veg and plants. Our aim is to positively impact socially isolated individuals, those with a physical, mental health disability, those with special needs through involvement in the therapeutic benefits of gardening and nature-based activities ## What causes is Forfar Open Garden registered for? the advancement of healththe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Forfar Open Garden yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Forfar Open Garden 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=forfar-open-garden&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Forfar Open Garden a legitimate charity? Yes. Forfar Open Garden is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC045844) 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 Forfar Open Garden's charity number? Forfar Open Garden's charity number is SC045844. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC045844? Search SC045844 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 Forfar Open Garden do? We support regular visits from local primary schools, nurseries, care homes, a home schooling group and the Change Mental Health support group growing fruit, veg and plants. Our aim is to positively impact socially isolated individuals, those with a physical, mental health disability, those with special needs through involvement in the therapeutic benefits of gardening and nature-based activities Does Forfar Open Garden have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Forfar Open Garden. 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 Forfar Open Garden? Forfar Open Garden does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC045844).