--- title: "Lochside Arena — check charity number SC040150 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Lochside Arena a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC040150. the advancement of education charity based in Western Isles. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/lochside-arena retrieved: 2026-08-24T17:01:15.798Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Lochside Arena is a registered charity (number SC040150) 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 citizenship or community development; the advancement of public participation in sport. Its latest reported income was £18,789 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Lochside Arena? Registered charity number SC040150 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Western Isles Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £18,789 Website [www.lochsidearena.org](http://www.lochsidearena.org/) ## What does Lochside Arena do? To advance the interest of education and welfare of the community in Lewis and Harris by promoting the knowledge and interest in a number of sports and activities, particularly equestrian sport and care of horses, through the construction and operation of the Lochside Arena for use by community groups, clubs, organisations, members and individuals. ## What causes is Lochside Arena registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of public participation in sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Lochside Arena yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Lochside Arena 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=lochside-arena&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.lochsidearena.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Lochside Arena a legitimate charity? Yes. Lochside Arena is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC040150) 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 Lochside Arena's charity number? Lochside Arena's charity number is SC040150. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC040150? Search SC040150 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 Lochside Arena do? To advance the interest of education and welfare of the community in Lewis and Harris by promoting the knowledge and interest in a number of sports and activities, particularly equestrian sport and care of horses, through the construction and operation of the Lochside Arena for use by community groups, clubs, organisations, members and individuals. Does Lochside Arena have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Lochside Arena. 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 Lochside Arena? Lochside Arena's website is http://www.lochsidearena.org — 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=SC040150).