--- title: "Friends of the River Tyne — check charity number SC046978 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Friends of the River Tyne a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC046978. 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 inten" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/friends-of-the-river-tyne retrieved: 2026-08-25T08:24:47.398Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Friends of the River Tyne is a registered charity (number SC046978) 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 £2,293 (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 the River Tyne? Registered charity number SC046978 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location East Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £2,293 ## What does Friends of the River Tyne do? Friends of the River Tyne is a community lead group dedicated to celebrating, protecting and improving the river Tyne and its surroundings. Wholly run by volunteers we work to monitor water quality, restore habitats, reduce litter and raise awareness of the rivers rich natural heritage. Through clean up events, educational projects, water testing, invertebrate monitoring , tree planting and partnerships with local organisations we aim to nurture a connection between the people of Haddington and the river that runs through the town. As well as events and activities, open meetings, which are mi… ## What causes is Friends of the River Tyne 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 the River Tyne yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Friends of the River Tyne 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-the-river-tyne&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Friends of the River Tyne a legitimate charity? Yes. Friends of the River Tyne is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC046978) 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 the River Tyne's charity number? Friends of the River Tyne's charity number is SC046978. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC046978? Search SC046978 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 the River Tyne do? Friends of the River Tyne is a community lead group dedicated to celebrating, protecting and improving the river Tyne and its surroundings. Wholly run by volunteers we work to monitor water quality, restore habitats, reduce litter and raise awareness of the rivers rich natural heritage. Through clean up events, educational projects, water testing, invertebrate monitoring , tree planting and partnerships with local organisations we aim to nurture a connection between the people of Haddington and the river that runs through the town. As well as events and activities, open meetings, which are mi… Does Friends of the River Tyne have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Friends of the River Tyne. 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 the River Tyne? Friends of the River Tyne 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=SC046978).