--- title: "Sanquhar & District Men's Shed — check charity number SC053256 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Sanquhar & District Men's Shed a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053256. 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" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/sanquhar-district-men-s-shed retrieved: 2026-08-23T08:26:20.029Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Sanquhar & District Men's Shed is a registered charity (number SC053256) 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 relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £17,925 (year ending 2025-04-30). 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 Sanquhar & District Men's Shed? Registered charity number SC053256 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2025-04-30) £17,925 ## What does Sanquhar & District Men's Shed do? The charity is set up to provide recreational facilities and advance the social needs, health and well being of men of all ages and backgrounds living in the Sanquhar and District area by: A) Creating ,developing and maintaining a facility, namely the Men's Shed, B) Offering the opportunities for to meet and undertake creative ,physical, purposeful ,and recreation facilities of their choice, C) Reducing isolation ,thus contributing to their health and wellbeing, D)|Developing the capacity of men to share their skills and knowledge with others in the community. How the above is done. The she… ## What causes is Sanquhar & 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 intendedthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Sanquhar & District Men's Shed yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Sanquhar & 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=sanquhar-district-men-s-shed&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Sanquhar & District Men's Shed a legitimate charity? Yes. Sanquhar & District Men's Shed is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053256) 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 Sanquhar & District Men's Shed's charity number? Sanquhar & District Men's Shed's charity number is SC053256. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053256? Search SC053256 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 Sanquhar & District Men's Shed do? The charity is set up to provide recreational facilities and advance the social needs, health and well being of men of all ages and backgrounds living in the Sanquhar and District area by: A) Creating ,developing and maintaining a facility, namely the Men's Shed, B) Offering the opportunities for to meet and undertake creative ,physical, purposeful ,and recreation facilities of their choice, C) Reducing isolation ,thus contributing to their health and wellbeing, D)|Developing the capacity of men to share their skills and knowledge with others in the community. How the above is done. The she… Does Sanquhar & District Men's Shed have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Sanquhar & 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 Sanquhar & District Men's Shed? Sanquhar & District Men's Shed 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=SC053256).