--- title: "Loch Ken Trust — check charity number SC050211 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Loch Ken Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC050211. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/loch-ken-trust retrieved: 2026-08-24T12:08:23.140Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Loch Ken Trust is a registered charity (number SC050211) 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 citizenship or community development; the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended; the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £141,621 (year ending 2025-06-30). 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 Loch Ken Trust? Registered charity number SC050211 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2025-06-30) £141,621 Website [lochken.org.uk](https://lochken.org.uk/) ## What does Loch Ken Trust do? Promote the natural, cultural and recreational assets of the Loch Ken area for the benefit of the public and to support sustainable local communities. ## What causes is Loch Ken Trust registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intendedthe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Loch Ken Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Loch Ken 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=loch-ken-trust&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://lochken.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Loch Ken Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Loch Ken Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC050211) 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 Loch Ken Trust's charity number? Loch Ken Trust's charity number is SC050211. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC050211? Search SC050211 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 Loch Ken Trust do? Promote the natural, cultural and recreational assets of the Loch Ken area for the benefit of the public and to support sustainable local communities. Does Loch Ken Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Loch Ken 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 Loch Ken Trust? Loch Ken Trust's website is https://lochken.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=SC050211).