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title: "Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre Development Trust — check charity number SC040407 | CharityCompare"
description: "Is Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre Development Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC040407. the prevention or relief of poverty 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/rousay-egilsay-and-wyre-development-trust
retrieved: 2026-08-24T14:06:03.161Z
license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0"
---

Quick answer

Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre Development Trust is a registered charity (number SC040407) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education; the advancement of citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £1,578,543 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre Development Trust?

Registered charity number

SC040407

Status

Registered (active)

Charity type

Company (the charity is registered with Companies House)

Location

Orkney Islands

Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31)

£1,578,543

Website

[www.rewdt.org](http://www.rewdt.org/)

## What does Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre Development Trust do?

The charity's objective is to undertake activities within the terms of its governing documents for the benefit of the community of the islands of Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre.

## What causes is Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre Development Trust registered for?

the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development

## Why is there no Clarity Score for Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre Development Trust yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre Development Trust 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?

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## Frequently asked questions

Is Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre Development Trust a legitimate charity?

Yes. Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre Development Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC040407) 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 Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre Development Trust's charity number?

Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre Development Trust's charity number is SC040407. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.

How do I check charity number SC040407?

Search SC040407 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 Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre Development Trust do?

The charity's objective is to undertake activities within the terms of its governing documents for the benefit of the community of the islands of Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre.

Does Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre Development Trust have reviews and complaints?

CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre Development Trust. 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 Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre Development Trust?

Rousay, Egilsay and Wyre Development Trust's website is http://www.rewdt.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=SC040407).