--- title: "Friends of Nevis — check charity number SC041711 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Friends of Nevis a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC041711. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/friends-of-nevis retrieved: 2026-08-24T20:04:19.851Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Friends of Nevis is a registered charity (number SC041711) 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 citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £6,640 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Nevis? Registered charity number SC041711 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £6,640 Website [www.friendsofnevis.co.uk](http://www.friendsofnevis.co.uk/) ## What does Friends of Nevis do? We are a community conservation charity based in Lochaber in the West Highlands of Scotland. Our aim is to look after and manage Ben Nevis and the surrounding area. As a natural and cultural environment attracting over 150,000 visitors every year, the Nevis area needs sensitive management to maintain and protect its unique landscapes, flora, fauna and wildlife. We do this via volunteer activities such as path repair days, removal of invasive species and litter picks,. We also organise events related to the natural history of the area. ## What causes is Friends of Nevis registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Friends of Nevis yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Friends of Nevis 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-nevis&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.friendsofnevis.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Friends of Nevis a legitimate charity? Yes. Friends of Nevis is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC041711) 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 Nevis's charity number? Friends of Nevis's charity number is SC041711. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC041711? Search SC041711 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 Nevis do? We are a community conservation charity based in Lochaber in the West Highlands of Scotland. Our aim is to look after and manage Ben Nevis and the surrounding area. As a natural and cultural environment attracting over 150,000 visitors every year, the Nevis area needs sensitive management to maintain and protect its unique landscapes, flora, fauna and wildlife. We do this via volunteer activities such as path repair days, removal of invasive species and litter picks,. We also organise events related to the natural history of the area. Does Friends of Nevis have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Friends of Nevis. 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 Nevis? Friends of Nevis's website is http://www.friendsofnevis.co.uk — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on 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=SC041711).