--- title: "Friends of Neilson Park — check charity number SC044669 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Friends of Neilson Park a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC044669. 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 intende" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/friends-of-neilson-park retrieved: 2026-08-24T22:25:28.945Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Friends of Neilson Park is a registered charity (number SC044669) 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. 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 Neilson Park? Registered charity number SC044669 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location East Lothian ## What does Friends of Neilson Park do? To preserve and enhance Neilson Park an amenity open and recreational space for the town of Haddington and surrounding communities, through cooperation with East Lothian Council, Haddington Community Council, Haddington Rugby Club, Haddington Cricket Club, Sustainable Haddington, Haddington Athletics Club, East Lothian Amateur Boxing Club, Haddington Tennis Club, Haddington & District Amenity Society, Haddington Community Development Trust and other associated interested organisations. ## What causes is Friends of Neilson Park 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 ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Friends of Neilson Park yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Friends of Neilson Park 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-neilson-park&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Friends of Neilson Park a legitimate charity? Yes. Friends of Neilson Park is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC044669) 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 Neilson Park's charity number? Friends of Neilson Park's charity number is SC044669. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC044669? Search SC044669 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 Neilson Park do? To preserve and enhance Neilson Park an amenity open and recreational space for the town of Haddington and surrounding communities, through cooperation with East Lothian Council, Haddington Community Council, Haddington Rugby Club, Haddington Cricket Club, Sustainable Haddington, Haddington Athletics Club, East Lothian Amateur Boxing Club, Haddington Tennis Club, Haddington & District Amenity Society, Haddington Community Development Trust and other associated interested organisations. Does Friends of Neilson Park have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Friends of Neilson Park. 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 Neilson Park? Friends of Neilson Park 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=SC044669).