--- title: "Lcv — check charity number SC020384 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Lcv a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC020384. the advancement of education charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/lcv retrieved: 2026-08-23T09:28:46.728Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Lcv is a registered charity (number SC020384) 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 environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £13,715 (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 Lcv? Registered charity number SC020384 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £13,715 Website [www.lcv.org.uk](http://www.lcv.org.uk/) ## What does Lcv do? LCV undertakes practical nature conservation activities in and around the Lothians (and occasionally further afield). We provide transport, tools and training to allow volunteers to do this work, supporting colleagues in councils and other organisations with land managed for conservation in achieving their goals. In the 2024/25 year we provided 652 volunteer-days of labour on 59 tasks for 23 different clients. Example activities include invasive species removal, path maintenance, tree planting/maintenance, pond management and many more. ## What causes is Lcv registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Lcv yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Lcv 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=lcv&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.lcv.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Lcv a legitimate charity? Yes. Lcv is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC020384) 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 Lcv's charity number? Lcv's charity number is SC020384. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC020384? Search SC020384 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 Lcv do? LCV undertakes practical nature conservation activities in and around the Lothians (and occasionally further afield). We provide transport, tools and training to allow volunteers to do this work, supporting colleagues in councils and other organisations with land managed for conservation in achieving their goals. In the 2024/25 year we provided 652 volunteer-days of labour on 59 tasks for 23 different clients. Example activities include invasive species removal, path maintenance, tree planting/maintenance, pond management and many more. Does Lcv have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lcv. 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 Lcv? Lcv's website is http://www.lcv.org.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=SC020384).