--- title: "Horse Rescue Scotland — check charity number SC044484 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Horse Rescue Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC044484. the advancement of education charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/horse-rescue-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-24T22:18:52.808Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Horse Rescue Scotland is a registered charity (number SC044484) 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 £1,695 (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 Horse Rescue Scotland? Registered charity number SC044484 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2025-10-31) £1,695 Website [www.horserescuescotland.co.uk](http://www.horserescuescotland.co.uk/) ## What does Horse Rescue Scotland do? To assist equine owners unable to care for equines find new owners to continue to maintain them responsibly. To assist equine owners with maintenance of their equines during periods of hardship or injury or illness. ## What causes is Horse Rescue Scotland registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of animal welfare ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Horse Rescue Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Horse Rescue Scotland 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=horse-rescue-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.horserescuescotland.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Horse Rescue Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. Horse Rescue Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC044484) 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 Horse Rescue Scotland's charity number? Horse Rescue Scotland's charity number is SC044484. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC044484? Search SC044484 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 Horse Rescue Scotland do? To assist equine owners unable to care for equines find new owners to continue to maintain them responsibly. To assist equine owners with maintenance of their equines during periods of hardship or injury or illness. Does Horse Rescue Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Horse Rescue Scotland. 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 Horse Rescue Scotland? Horse Rescue Scotland's website is http://www.horserescuescotland.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=SC044484).