--- title: "Meadows Festival Edinburgh — check charity number SC051609 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Meadows Festival Edinburgh a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC051609. the advancement of citizenship or community development 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/meadows-festival-edinburgh retrieved: 2026-08-23T18:57:24.806Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Meadows Festival Edinburgh is a registered charity (number SC051609) 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 advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science; 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. Its latest reported income was £53,630 (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 Meadows Festival Edinburgh? Registered charity number SC051609 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £53,630 Website [www.meadowsfestival.co.uk](https://www.meadowsfestival.co.uk/) ## What does Meadows Festival Edinburgh do? Meadows Festival Edinburgh(MFE) is an Edinburgh charity set p to run the Meadows Festival, an annual, local, community festival for the Edinburgh area. Always free at the point of entry and accessible for all. Since the charity began we've had volunteers every year from all over the world and ranging in age from 16 to 70s. We prioritise local businesses, charities, community groups and services with an emphasis on sustainability. ## What causes is Meadows Festival Edinburgh registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or sciencethe 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 ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Meadows Festival Edinburgh yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Meadows Festival Edinburgh 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=meadows-festival-edinburgh&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.meadowsfestival.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Meadows Festival Edinburgh a legitimate charity? Yes. Meadows Festival Edinburgh is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC051609) 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 Meadows Festival Edinburgh's charity number? Meadows Festival Edinburgh's charity number is SC051609. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC051609? Search SC051609 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 Meadows Festival Edinburgh do? Meadows Festival Edinburgh(MFE) is an Edinburgh charity set p to run the Meadows Festival, an annual, local, community festival for the Edinburgh area. Always free at the point of entry and accessible for all. Since the charity began we've had volunteers every year from all over the world and ranging in age from 16 to 70s. We prioritise local businesses, charities, community groups and services with an emphasis on sustainability. Does Meadows Festival Edinburgh have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Meadows Festival Edinburgh. 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 Meadows Festival Edinburgh? Meadows Festival Edinburgh's website is https://www.meadowsfestival.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=SC051609).