--- title: "Legend on the Bench — check charity number SC053241 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Legend on the Bench a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053241. the saving of lives charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/legend-on-the-bench-2 retrieved: 2026-08-23T17:55:27.649Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Legend on the Bench is a registered charity (number SC053241) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the saving of lives; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £70,300 (year ending 2025-03-23). 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 Legend on the Bench? Registered charity number SC053241 Status Registered (active) Charity type CIO (Charitable Incorporated Organisation, E&W) Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2025-03-23) £70,300 Website [legend-on-the-bench.co.uk](http://legend-on-the-bench.co.uk/) ## What does Legend on the Bench do? we raise funds to buy benches to install into local parks with helpline numbers for help in the community ## What causes is Legend on the Bench registered for? the saving of livesthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Legend on the Bench yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Legend on the Bench 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=legend-on-the-bench-2&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://legend-on-the-bench.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Legend on the Bench a legitimate charity? Yes. Legend on the Bench is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053241) 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 Legend on the Bench's charity number? Legend on the Bench's charity number is SC053241. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053241? Search SC053241 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 Legend on the Bench do? we raise funds to buy benches to install into local parks with helpline numbers for help in the community Does Legend on the Bench have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Legend on the Bench. 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 Legend on the Bench? Legend on the Bench's website is http://legend-on-the-bench.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=SC053241).