--- title: "Leuchie — check charity number SC042249 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Leuchie a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC042249. the advancement of health charity based in East Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/leuchie retrieved: 2026-08-23T17:48:22.422Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Leuchie is a registered charity (number SC042249) 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 health; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £3,372,732 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Leuchie? Registered charity number SC042249 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location East Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £3,372,732 Website [www.leuchiehouse.org.uk](http://www.leuchiehouse.org.uk/) ## What does Leuchie do? Leuchie is the national respite charity giving families a break from the physical and emotional responsibilities of caring for a loved one. We are dedicated to supporting individuals and families living with a neurological condition such as MS, MND, Parkinson's and stroke through short respite breaks and outreach services. Our expert team work to transform lives by improving health, enabling independence, and tackling loneliness. We provide a range of settings that suit the health needs and circumstances of the individual and their family. These include short breaks with 24-hour nursing and… ## What causes is Leuchie registered for? the advancement of healththe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Leuchie yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Leuchie 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=leuchie&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.leuchiehouse.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Leuchie a legitimate charity? Yes. Leuchie is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC042249) 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 Leuchie's charity number? Leuchie's charity number is SC042249. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC042249? Search SC042249 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 Leuchie do? Leuchie is the national respite charity giving families a break from the physical and emotional responsibilities of caring for a loved one. We are dedicated to supporting individuals and families living with a neurological condition such as MS, MND, Parkinson's and stroke through short respite breaks and outreach services. Our expert team work to transform lives by improving health, enabling independence, and tackling loneliness. We provide a range of settings that suit the health needs and circumstances of the individual and their family. These include short breaks with 24-hour nursing and… Does Leuchie have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Leuchie. 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 Leuchie? Leuchie's website is http://www.leuchiehouse.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=SC042249).