--- title: "Men's Shed Dumfries — check charity number SC045382 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Men's Shed Dumfries a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC045382. the advancement of health 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/men-s-shed-dumfries retrieved: 2026-08-23T19:56:42.254Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Men's Shed Dumfries is a registered charity (number SC045382) 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 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 £22,509 (year ending 2025-02-28). 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 Men's Shed Dumfries? Registered charity number SC045382 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2025-02-28) £22,509 Website [www.dumfriesmensshed.com](https://www.dumfriesmensshed.com/) ## What does Men's Shed Dumfries do? We are set to up for the advancement of health by addressing social , health and Wellbeing needs of men and women of all ages and backgrounds living in Dumfries and surrounding area. We do this through the creation and upkeep and development of facilities in which people can jointly or individually undertake creative physical or recreational activities of their choice. We provide a warm hub in winter an affordable hot meal program, we undertake community projects, we encourage our members to learn and share skills and offer support to them while doing so. With more of us living alone this can… ## What causes is Men's Shed Dumfries registered for? the advancement of healththe 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 Men's Shed Dumfries yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Men's Shed Dumfries 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=men-s-shed-dumfries&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.dumfriesmensshed.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Men's Shed Dumfries a legitimate charity? Yes. Men's Shed Dumfries is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC045382) 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 Men's Shed Dumfries's charity number? Men's Shed Dumfries's charity number is SC045382. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC045382? Search SC045382 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 Men's Shed Dumfries do? We are set to up for the advancement of health by addressing social , health and Wellbeing needs of men and women of all ages and backgrounds living in Dumfries and surrounding area. We do this through the creation and upkeep and development of facilities in which people can jointly or individually undertake creative physical or recreational activities of their choice. We provide a warm hub in winter an affordable hot meal program, we undertake community projects, we encourage our members to learn and share skills and offer support to them while doing so. With more of us living alone this can… Does Men's Shed Dumfries have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Men's Shed Dumfries. 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 Men's Shed Dumfries? Men's Shed Dumfries's website is https://www.dumfriesmensshed.com — 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=SC045382).