--- title: "Peterhead and District Allotment Society [SCIO] — check charity number SC050261 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Peterhead and District Allotment Society [SCIO] a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC050261. 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 activiti" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/peterhead-and-district-allotment-society-scio retrieved: 2026-08-23T17:58:40.168Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Peterhead and District Allotment Society [SCIO] is a registered charity (number SC050261) 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; the advancement of environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £2,893 (year ending 2025-08-31). 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 Peterhead and District Allotment Society [SCIO]? Registered charity number SC050261 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Aberdeenshire Latest income (year ending 2025-08-31) £2,893 ## What does Peterhead and District Allotment Society [SCIO] do? For some time now we have been fragmented and disorganized owing to some positions not being filled, we are in a better place now and will be looking to improve on this . ## What causes is Peterhead and District Allotment Society [SCIO] 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 intendedthe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Peterhead and District Allotment Society [SCIO] yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Peterhead and District Allotment Society [SCIO] 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=peterhead-and-district-allotment-society-scio&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Peterhead and District Allotment Society [SCIO] a legitimate charity? Yes. Peterhead and District Allotment Society [SCIO] is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC050261) 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 Peterhead and District Allotment Society [SCIO]'s charity number? Peterhead and District Allotment Society [SCIO]'s charity number is SC050261. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC050261? Search SC050261 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 Peterhead and District Allotment Society [SCIO] do? For some time now we have been fragmented and disorganized owing to some positions not being filled, we are in a better place now and will be looking to improve on this . Does Peterhead and District Allotment Society [SCIO] have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Peterhead and District Allotment Society [SCIO]. 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 Peterhead and District Allotment Society [SCIO]? Peterhead and District Allotment Society [SCIO] 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=SC050261).