Old Paisley Society
Old Paisley Society is a registered charity in Scotland working in the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science, based in Renfrewshire.
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What are the key facts about Old Paisley Society?
- Registered charity number
- SC001908
- Status
- Registered (active)
- Charity type
- Unincorporated association
- Location
- Renfrewshire
- Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)
- £34,140
- Website
- www.smashotcottages.co.uk
What does Old Paisley Society do?
To promote and provide historical interest in the weaving industry which played a major part in the history of creating Paisley and putting it on the international map, plus our tearoom provides refreshments and food to visitors plus the chance to learn more from the volunteers working in there and well as providing and friendly safe space where many locals especially elderly (many who live alone) come for refreshments and food and a chat with the volunteers.
What causes is Old Paisley Society registered for?
Why is there no Clarity Score for Old Paisley Society yet?
The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Old Paisley Society 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
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Old Paisley Society a legitimate charity?
- Yes. Old Paisley Society is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC001908) 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 Old Paisley Society's charity number?
- Old Paisley Society's charity number is SC001908. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
- How do I check charity number SC001908?
- Search SC001908 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 Old Paisley Society do?
- To promote and provide historical interest in the weaving industry which played a major part in the history of creating Paisley and putting it on the international map, plus our tearoom provides refreshments and food to visitors plus the chance to learn more from the volunteers working in there and well as providing and friendly safe space where many locals especially elderly (many who live alone) come for refreshments and food and a chat with the volunteers.
- Does Old Paisley Society have reviews and complaints?
- CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Old Paisley Society. 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 Old Paisley Society?
- Old Paisley Society's website is http://www.smashotcottages.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. Always verify current details on the official register entry.