--- title: "Melrose Scout Group — check charity number SC042701 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Melrose Scout Group a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC042701. the advancement of education charity based in Scottish Borders. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/melrose-scout-group retrieved: 2026-08-23T20:50:21.287Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Melrose Scout Group is a registered charity (number SC042701) 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. Its latest reported income was £12,353 (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 Melrose Scout Group? Registered charity number SC042701 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Scottish Borders Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £12,353 ## What does Melrose Scout Group do? To provide fun, challenges and adventure to the young people in Melrose and the surrounding area whilst following the ideals and programme of the wider Scout movement ## What causes is Melrose Scout Group registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Melrose Scout Group yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Melrose Scout Group 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=melrose-scout-group&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Melrose Scout Group a legitimate charity? Yes. Melrose Scout Group is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC042701) 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 Melrose Scout Group's charity number? Melrose Scout Group's charity number is SC042701. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC042701? Search SC042701 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 Melrose Scout Group do? To provide fun, challenges and adventure to the young people in Melrose and the surrounding area whilst following the ideals and programme of the wider Scout movement Does Melrose Scout Group have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Melrose Scout Group. 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 Melrose Scout Group? Melrose Scout Group does not list a website in its register entry. Its official OSCR entry lists its contact details — CharityCompare never processes 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=SC042701).