--- title: "National Youthbike — check charity number SC040356 | CharityCompare" description: "Is National Youthbike a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC040356. the advancement of education charity based in Outwith Scotland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/national-youthbike-2 retrieved: 2026-08-23T03:27:51.730Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer National Youthbike is a registered charity (number SC040356) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £10 (year ending 2023-08-31). 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 National Youthbike? Registered charity number SC040356 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Outwith Scotland Latest income (year ending 2023-08-31) £10 Website [www.youthbike.com](http://www.youthbike.com/) ## What does National Youthbike do? To promote the education and social development of young people in the United Kingdom in Life Skills, engineering, design and information technology by assisting them in their preparation for and participation in the annual youthbike weekend event. ## What causes is National Youthbike registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for National Youthbike yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. National Youthbike 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=national-youthbike-2&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.youthbike.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is National Youthbike a legitimate charity? Yes. National Youthbike is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC040356) 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 National Youthbike's charity number? National Youthbike's charity number is SC040356. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC040356? Search SC040356 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 National Youthbike do? To promote the education and social development of young people in the United Kingdom in Life Skills, engineering, design and information technology by assisting them in their preparation for and participation in the annual youthbike weekend event. Does National Youthbike have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for National Youthbike. 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 National Youthbike? National Youthbike's website is http://www.youthbike.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=SC040356).