--- title: "Orkney Wheels — check charity number SC054948 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Orkney Wheels a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC054948. the advancement of public participation in sport 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-wheels retrieved: 2026-08-23T12:19:01.662Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Orkney Wheels is a registered charity (number SC054948) 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 public participation in sport. 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 Wheels? Registered charity number SC054948 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Orkney Islands ## What does Orkney Wheels do? The organisation’s purpose is: The promotion and advancement of public participation in sports by providing and developing spaces, events, and equipment ## What causes is Orkney Wheels registered for? the advancement of public participation in sport ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Orkney Wheels yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Orkney Wheels 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-wheels&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Orkney Wheels a legitimate charity? Yes. Orkney Wheels is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC054948) 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 Wheels's charity number? Orkney Wheels's charity number is SC054948. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC054948? Search SC054948 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 Wheels do? The organisation’s purpose is: The promotion and advancement of public participation in sports by providing and developing spaces, events, and equipment Does Orkney Wheels have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Orkney Wheels. 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 Wheels? Orkney Wheels 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=SC054948).