--- title: "Mill of Benholm (MoB) — check charity number SC047943 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Mill of Benholm (MoB) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047943. the advancement of education charity based in Aberdeenshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/mill-of-benholm-mob retrieved: 2026-08-24T08:36:08.138Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Mill of Benholm (MoB) is a registered charity (number SC047943) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £104,366 (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 Mill of Benholm (MoB)? Registered charity number SC047943 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Aberdeenshire Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £104,366 Website [www.millofbenholm.scot](https://www.millofbenholm.scot/) ## What does Mill of Benholm (MoB) do? The Mill of Benholm Enterprise owns the Category A listed historic watermill Mill of Benholm to restore and preserve the site and safeguard the Mill for generation to come. The aim is to operate the site as a visitors attraction, museum and community hub. The Mill of Benholm Enterprise endeavours to enhance the natural as well as built heritage, to increase biodiversity and work with other organisations together to increase the promotion of Benholm and the Coastal Mearns. Activities and events are organised for the community, together with several weekly volunteer opportunities. ## What causes is Mill of Benholm (MoB) registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Mill of Benholm (MoB) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Mill of Benholm (MoB) 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=mill-of-benholm-mob&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.millofbenholm.scot/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Mill of Benholm (MoB) a legitimate charity? Yes. Mill of Benholm (MoB) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047943) 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 Mill of Benholm (MoB)'s charity number? Mill of Benholm (MoB)'s charity number is SC047943. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC047943? Search SC047943 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 Mill of Benholm (MoB) do? The Mill of Benholm Enterprise owns the Category A listed historic watermill Mill of Benholm to restore and preserve the site and safeguard the Mill for generation to come. The aim is to operate the site as a visitors attraction, museum and community hub. The Mill of Benholm Enterprise endeavours to enhance the natural as well as built heritage, to increase biodiversity and work with other organisations together to increase the promotion of Benholm and the Coastal Mearns. Activities and events are organised for the community, together with several weekly volunteer opportunities. Does Mill of Benholm (MoB) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Mill of Benholm (MoB). 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 Mill of Benholm (MoB)? Mill of Benholm (MoB)'s website is https://www.millofbenholm.scot — 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=SC047943).