--- title: "Outdoor Horizons Scotland — check charity number SC053985 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Outdoor Horizons Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053985. the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily inten" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/outdoor-horizons-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:48:19.412Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Outdoor Horizons Scotland is a registered charity (number SC053985) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended. Its latest reported income was £1,978 (year ending 2026-02-28). 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 Outdoor Horizons Scotland? Registered charity number SC053985 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh Latest income (year ending 2026-02-28) £1,978 Website [www.outdoorhorizons.org](https://www.outdoorhorizons.org/) ## What does Outdoor Horizons Scotland do? Outdoor Horizons Scotland is a new, small charity based in Edinburgh. It funds disadvantaged young people to take part in outdoor learning by providing them with financial assistance for the cost of their activities, equipment and training. We want to raise money to pay for basic expenses for outdoor learning opportunities at schools that have no budget for this. We are focusing in the first year on one school in a deprived area of Edinburgh. Funds will enable the hire of a mini-bus to take a few pupils into the Pentlands for a two-day expedition. They will go towards buying equipment such… ## What causes is Outdoor Horizons Scotland registered for? the provision of recreational facilities, or the organisation of recreational activities, with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Outdoor Horizons Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Outdoor Horizons Scotland 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=outdoor-horizons-scotland&type=claim) [Visit charity website](https://www.outdoorhorizons.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Outdoor Horizons Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. Outdoor Horizons Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053985) 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 Outdoor Horizons Scotland's charity number? Outdoor Horizons Scotland's charity number is SC053985. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053985? Search SC053985 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 Outdoor Horizons Scotland do? Outdoor Horizons Scotland is a new, small charity based in Edinburgh. It funds disadvantaged young people to take part in outdoor learning by providing them with financial assistance for the cost of their activities, equipment and training. We want to raise money to pay for basic expenses for outdoor learning opportunities at schools that have no budget for this. We are focusing in the first year on one school in a deprived area of Edinburgh. Funds will enable the hire of a mini-bus to take a few pupils into the Pentlands for a two-day expedition. They will go towards buying equipment such… Does Outdoor Horizons Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Outdoor Horizons Scotland. 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 Outdoor Horizons Scotland? Outdoor Horizons Scotland's website is https://www.outdoorhorizons.org — 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=SC053985).