--- title: "Friends of Buckie Square — check charity number SC049178 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Friends of Buckie Square a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC049178. 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 intend" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/friends-of-buckie-square retrieved: 2026-08-24T06:20:24.109Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Friends of Buckie Square is a registered charity (number SC049178) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is 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 intended; the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £8,073 (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 Friends of Buckie Square? Registered charity number SC049178 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Moray Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £8,073 ## What does Friends of Buckie Square do? To build community spirit by planting flowers in open spaces, litter pick and involve as much of the community as we can to promote community networks. For some volunteers they may like to be part of a group for others thats not important. We work collaboratively with other voluntary groups which promotes skill sharing. ## What causes is Friends of Buckie Square 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 advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Friends of Buckie Square yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Friends of Buckie Square 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=friends-of-buckie-square&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Friends of Buckie Square a legitimate charity? Yes. Friends of Buckie Square is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC049178) 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 Friends of Buckie Square's charity number? Friends of Buckie Square's charity number is SC049178. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC049178? Search SC049178 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 Friends of Buckie Square do? To build community spirit by planting flowers in open spaces, litter pick and involve as much of the community as we can to promote community networks. For some volunteers they may like to be part of a group for others thats not important. We work collaboratively with other voluntary groups which promotes skill sharing. Does Friends of Buckie Square have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Friends of Buckie Square. 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 Friends of Buckie Square? Friends of Buckie Square 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=SC049178).