--- title: "Leith Theatre Trust — check charity number SC042359 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Leith Theatre Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC042359. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science 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/leith-theatre-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:47:49.139Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Leith Theatre Trust is a registered charity (number SC042359) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £423,131 (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 Leith Theatre Trust? Registered charity number SC042359 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £423,131 Website [www.leiththeatre.co.uk](http://www.leiththeatre.co.uk/) ## What does Leith Theatre Trust do? The objects for which the Company is established are the advancement of the arts, heritage and culture by acquiring, restoring and preserving for the public at large the listed building known as Leith Theatre and the adjoining site for the public benefit and local community use. ## What causes is Leith Theatre Trust registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Leith Theatre Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Leith Theatre Trust 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=leith-theatre-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.leiththeatre.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Leith Theatre Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Leith Theatre Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC042359) 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 Leith Theatre Trust's charity number? Leith Theatre Trust's charity number is SC042359. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC042359? Search SC042359 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 Leith Theatre Trust do? The objects for which the Company is established are the advancement of the arts, heritage and culture by acquiring, restoring and preserving for the public at large the listed building known as Leith Theatre and the adjoining site for the public benefit and local community use. Does Leith Theatre Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Leith Theatre Trust. 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 Leith Theatre Trust? Leith Theatre Trust's website is http://www.leiththeatre.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=SC042359).