--- title: "Harbourside Men's Shed — check charity number SC049908 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Harbourside Men's Shed a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC049908. 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" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/harbourside-men-s-shed retrieved: 2026-08-23T11:17:58.183Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Harbourside Men's Shed is a registered charity (number SC049908) 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. Its latest reported income was £7,229 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Harbourside Men's Shed? Registered charity number SC049908 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location North Ayrshire Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £7,229 ## What does Harbourside Men's Shed do? Provide wellbeing facilities for men to approve mental health and reduce isolation by providing a venue for small social interaction. ## What causes is Harbourside Men's Shed 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 Harbourside Men's Shed yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Harbourside Men's Shed 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=harbourside-men-s-shed&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Harbourside Men's Shed a legitimate charity? Yes. Harbourside Men's Shed is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC049908) 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 Harbourside Men's Shed's charity number? Harbourside Men's Shed's charity number is SC049908. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC049908? Search SC049908 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 Harbourside Men's Shed do? Provide wellbeing facilities for men to approve mental health and reduce isolation by providing a venue for small social interaction. Does Harbourside Men's Shed have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Harbourside Men's Shed. 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 Harbourside Men's Shed? Harbourside Men's Shed 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=SC049908).