Is Friends of Ensay a legitimate charity?

The register data used for this profile lists Friends of Ensay as a registered charity (number SC048637) 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 Friends of Ensay's charity number?

Friends of Ensay's charity number is SC048637. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC048637?

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How can I donate to Friends of Ensay?

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When was Friends of Ensay registered as a charity?

Friends of Ensay was entered on the register on 21 August 2018.

Registered charity · No. SC048637SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

Friends of Ensay

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

Friends of Ensay is a registered charity in Scotland. Its register classifications include the advancement of religion, the advancement of citizenship or community development, the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science.

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What are the key facts about Friends of Ensay?

Reported spending · year ending 2025-12-31: £118
Registered charity number: SC048637
Status in source extract: Registered
Charity type: SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Register contact address detail (not service area): Western Isles
Website: www.friendsofensay.co.uk

Quick answer

Friends of Ensay (number SC048637) 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 Friends of Ensay do?

The advancement of the arts, heritage, unique history and culture of the island of Ensay in theOuter Hebrides in addition to the preservation, maintenance, restoration, upkeep and use of the historic Ensay Chapel and Grounds. The advancement of citizenship and greater community involvement through the promotion of volunteering to care for and celebrate the unique character and situation of Ensay Chapel, and to promote greater public understanding and pride in the local heritage of Ensay. The advancement of religion through the organising of an annual pilgrimage and worship services in the Ens…

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

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Pay, income, Gift Aid and registration details for Friends of Ensay

Answers Friends of Ensay 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: 21 August 2018
Also known as: Friends of Ensay SCIO
Where it says it operates: Western Isles

What causes is Friends of Ensay registered for?

the advancement of religionthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science

Why is there no Clarity Score for Friends of Ensay yet?

Our dataset does not yet contain the detailed filing history needed to score Friends of Ensay. 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 Friends of Ensay a legitimate charity?: The register data used for this profile lists Friends of Ensay as a registered charity (number SC048637) 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 Friends of Ensay's charity number?: Friends of Ensay's charity number is SC048637. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC048637?: Search SC048637 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 Ensay do?: The advancement of the arts, heritage, unique history and culture of the island of Ensay in theOuter Hebrides in addition to the preservation, maintenance, restoration, upkeep and use of the historic Ensay Chapel and Grounds. The advancement of citizenship and greater community involvement through the promotion of volunteering to care for and celebrate the unique character and situation of Ensay Chapel, and to promote greater public understanding and pride in the local heritage of Ensay. The advancement of religion through the organising of an annual pilgrimage and worship services in the Ens…
Does Friends of Ensay have reviews and complaints?: CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Friends of Ensay. 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 Ensay?: Friends of Ensay's website listed in our register data is http://www.friendsofensay.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 Friends of Ensay registered as a charity?: Friends of Ensay was entered on the register on 21 August 2018.

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.