--- title: "Halfpenny-Farm Animal Sanctuary — check charity number SC041616 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Halfpenny-Farm Animal Sanctuary a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC041616. the advancement of animal welfare charity based in Aberdeenshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/halfpenny-farm-animal-sanctuary retrieved: 2026-08-23T03:26:23.998Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Halfpenny-Farm Animal Sanctuary is a registered charity (number SC041616) 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 animal welfare. Its latest reported income was £101,413 (year ending 2026-03-31). 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 Halfpenny-Farm Animal Sanctuary? Registered charity number SC041616 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Aberdeenshire Latest income (year ending 2026-03-31) £101,413 Website [www.halfpenny-farm.co.uk](http://www.halfpenny-farm.co.uk/) ## What does Halfpenny-Farm Animal Sanctuary do? To provide end of life care for the old, injured or otherwise un rehomable animal ## What causes is Halfpenny-Farm Animal Sanctuary registered for? the advancement of animal welfare ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Halfpenny-Farm Animal Sanctuary yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Halfpenny-Farm Animal Sanctuary 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=halfpenny-farm-animal-sanctuary&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.halfpenny-farm.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Halfpenny-Farm Animal Sanctuary a legitimate charity? Yes. Halfpenny-Farm Animal Sanctuary is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC041616) 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 Halfpenny-Farm Animal Sanctuary's charity number? Halfpenny-Farm Animal Sanctuary's charity number is SC041616. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC041616? Search SC041616 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 Halfpenny-Farm Animal Sanctuary do? To provide end of life care for the old, injured or otherwise un rehomable animal Does Halfpenny-Farm Animal Sanctuary have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Halfpenny-Farm Animal Sanctuary. 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 Halfpenny-Farm Animal Sanctuary? Halfpenny-Farm Animal Sanctuary's website is http://www.halfpenny-farm.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=SC041616).