--- title: "Hogwatch Dumbarton Hedgehog Rescue — check charity number SC052600 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Hogwatch Dumbarton Hedgehog Rescue a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC052600. the advancement of education charity based in West Dunbartonshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/hogwatch-dumbarton-hedgehog-rescue retrieved: 2026-08-24T12:10:16.898Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Hogwatch Dumbarton Hedgehog Rescue is a registered charity (number SC052600) 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 £35,877 (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 Hogwatch Dumbarton Hedgehog Rescue? Registered charity number SC052600 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location West Dunbartonshire Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £35,877 Website [www.hogwatchdumbarton.co.uk](http://www.hogwatchdumbarton.co.uk/) ## What does Hogwatch Dumbarton Hedgehog Rescue do? Predominant activities are triage and emergency first aid care for Wild European Hedgehogs in need of help, then on to rehabilitation wherever possible, with the end endeavour being to return them back to the wild, ideally to the location they came from. Further to the immediate objective of rescue and rehabilitation, activities include the provision of education, hosting stalls and stands to promote awareness of the plight of Hedgehogs along with practical tips as to how members of the public might provide support for them to continue to live in the wild. The working model of the rescue… ## What causes is Hogwatch Dumbarton Hedgehog Rescue registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of animal welfare ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Hogwatch Dumbarton Hedgehog Rescue yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Hogwatch Dumbarton Hedgehog 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=hogwatch-dumbarton-hedgehog-rescue&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.hogwatchdumbarton.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Hogwatch Dumbarton Hedgehog Rescue a legitimate charity? Yes. Hogwatch Dumbarton Hedgehog Rescue is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052600) 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 Hogwatch Dumbarton Hedgehog Rescue's charity number? Hogwatch Dumbarton Hedgehog Rescue's charity number is SC052600. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC052600? Search SC052600 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 Hogwatch Dumbarton Hedgehog Rescue do? Predominant activities are triage and emergency first aid care for Wild European Hedgehogs in need of help, then on to rehabilitation wherever possible, with the end endeavour being to return them back to the wild, ideally to the location they came from. Further to the immediate objective of rescue and rehabilitation, activities include the provision of education, hosting stalls and stands to promote awareness of the plight of Hedgehogs along with practical tips as to how members of the public might provide support for them to continue to live in the wild. The working model of the rescue… Does Hogwatch Dumbarton Hedgehog Rescue have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Hogwatch Dumbarton Hedgehog 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 Hogwatch Dumbarton Hedgehog Rescue? Hogwatch Dumbarton Hedgehog Rescue's website is http://www.hogwatchdumbarton.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=SC052600).