--- title: "Portlethen and District Men's Shed — check charity number SC044995 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Portlethen and District Men's Shed a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC044995. 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 primar" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/portlethen-and-district-men-s-shed retrieved: 2026-08-24T16:03:45.119Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Portlethen and District Men's Shed is a registered charity (number SC044995) 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 £9,207 (year ending 2025-07-31). 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 Portlethen and District Men's Shed? Registered charity number SC044995 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Aberdeenshire Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £9,207 Website [www.portlethenmensshed.co.uk](http://www.portlethenmensshed.co.uk/) ## What does Portlethen and District Men's Shed do? To provide a constructive environment for older men in particular to enjoy companionship, make projects and provide benefit to each other and the community that we live in. ## What causes is Portlethen and District Men's Shed 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 Portlethen and District Men's Shed yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Portlethen and District Men's Shed 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=portlethen-and-district-men-s-shed&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.portlethenmensshed.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Portlethen and District Men's Shed a legitimate charity? Yes. Portlethen and District Men's Shed is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC044995) 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 Portlethen and District Men's Shed's charity number? Portlethen and District Men's Shed's charity number is SC044995. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC044995? Search SC044995 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 Portlethen and District Men's Shed do? To provide a constructive environment for older men in particular to enjoy companionship, make projects and provide benefit to each other and the community that we live in. Does Portlethen and District Men's Shed have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Portlethen and District Men's Shed. 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 Portlethen and District Men's Shed? Portlethen and District Men's Shed's website is http://www.portlethenmensshed.co.uk — 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=SC044995).