--- title: "Peebles BC — check charity number SC052098 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Peebles BC a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC052098. the advancement of public participation in sport charity based in Scottish Borders. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/peebles-bc retrieved: 2026-08-23T08:09:21.727Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Peebles BC is a registered charity (number SC052098) 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; 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 £163,322 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Peebles BC? Registered charity number SC052098 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Scottish Borders Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £163,322 ## What does Peebles BC do? • Provision and maintenance of the bowling green at Walkershaugh, Peebles. • The provision of opportunities for all ages to play bowls e.g. o Entries in Border Leagues both ladies and gents o Entries in the Peeblesshire Bowling Association Leagues o Organisation of internal club competitions e.g. 2 bowl, triples, rinks, mixed, handicap o Organisation of ‘open’ competitions e.g. singles, pairs, triples, rinks, mixed. o Organisation of internal fun games e.g. Wapenshaw, Hat Nights, Ladies' Day o Organisation of community opportunities to sample bowling e.g. Traders’ Day, Disability Scotland… ## What causes is Peebles BC registered for? the advancement of public participation in sportthe 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 Peebles BC yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Peebles BC 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=peebles-bc&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Peebles BC a legitimate charity? Yes. Peebles BC is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC052098) 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 Peebles BC's charity number? Peebles BC's charity number is SC052098. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC052098? Search SC052098 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 Peebles BC do? • Provision and maintenance of the bowling green at Walkershaugh, Peebles. • The provision of opportunities for all ages to play bowls e.g. o Entries in Border Leagues both ladies and gents o Entries in the Peeblesshire Bowling Association Leagues o Organisation of internal club competitions e.g. 2 bowl, triples, rinks, mixed, handicap o Organisation of ‘open’ competitions e.g. singles, pairs, triples, rinks, mixed. o Organisation of internal fun games e.g. Wapenshaw, Hat Nights, Ladies' Day o Organisation of community opportunities to sample bowling e.g. Traders’ Day, Disability Scotland… Does Peebles BC have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Peebles BC. 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 Peebles BC? Peebles BC 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=SC052098).