--- title: "Orkney Seal Rescue — check charity number SC004488 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Orkney Seal Rescue a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC004488. the advancement of animal welfare charity based in Orkney Islands. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/orkney-seal-rescue retrieved: 2026-08-23T12:23:36.495Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Orkney Seal Rescue is a registered charity (number SC004488) 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 animal welfare. Its latest reported income was £850 (year ending 2025-05-31). 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 Orkney Seal Rescue? Registered charity number SC004488 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Orkney Islands Latest income (year ending 2025-05-31) £850 ## What does Orkney Seal Rescue do? We rescue and rehabilitate seals from around the waters of Orkney and return them to the wild. ## What causes is Orkney Seal Rescue registered for? the advancement of animal welfare ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Orkney Seal Rescue yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Orkney Seal Rescue 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=orkney-seal-rescue&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Orkney Seal Rescue a legitimate charity? Yes. Orkney Seal Rescue is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC004488) 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 Orkney Seal Rescue's charity number? Orkney Seal Rescue's charity number is SC004488. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC004488? Search SC004488 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 Orkney Seal Rescue do? We rescue and rehabilitate seals from around the waters of Orkney and return them to the wild. Does Orkney Seal Rescue have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Orkney Seal Rescue. 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 Orkney Seal Rescue? Orkney Seal Rescue 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=SC004488).