--- title: "Highland Wildlife Rescue — check charity number SC053075 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Highland Wildlife Rescue a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053075. the advancement of education charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/highland-wildlife-rescue retrieved: 2026-08-24T04:52:39.472Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Highland Wildlife Rescue is a registered charity (number SC053075) 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 education; the advancement of animal welfare. Its latest reported income was £113,152 (year ending 2025-10-31). 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 Highland Wildlife Rescue? Registered charity number SC053075 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2025-10-31) £113,152 Website [www.highlandwildliferescue.com](http://www.highlandwildliferescue.com/) ## What does Highland Wildlife Rescue do? We thrive to build a resilient, high-quality wildlife rescue and rehabilitation service for the Highlands & Islands, the only licensed, all-species centre covering this vast geography. Our work continues to focus on delivering excellent wildlife care while developing essential infrastructure to meet future demand. These included mammals such as hedgehogs, a wide range of birds (from common species to rarities like Osprey), and amphibians, many of them Red or Amber listed or migratory species. Growing public awareness has led to more direct admissions, supported by an expanded transport networ… ## What causes is Highland Wildlife Rescue registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of animal welfare ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Highland Wildlife Rescue yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Highland Wildlife Rescue 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=highland-wildlife-rescue&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.highlandwildliferescue.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Highland Wildlife Rescue a legitimate charity? Yes. Highland Wildlife Rescue is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053075) 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 Highland Wildlife Rescue's charity number? Highland Wildlife Rescue's charity number is SC053075. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053075? Search SC053075 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 Highland Wildlife Rescue do? We thrive to build a resilient, high-quality wildlife rescue and rehabilitation service for the Highlands & Islands, the only licensed, all-species centre covering this vast geography. Our work continues to focus on delivering excellent wildlife care while developing essential infrastructure to meet future demand. These included mammals such as hedgehogs, a wide range of birds (from common species to rarities like Osprey), and amphibians, many of them Red or Amber listed or migratory species. Growing public awareness has led to more direct admissions, supported by an expanded transport networ… Does Highland Wildlife Rescue have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Highland Wildlife Rescue. 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 Highland Wildlife Rescue? Highland Wildlife Rescue's website is http://www.highlandwildliferescue.com — 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=SC053075).