--- title: "Scottish Orienteering Association — check charity number SC043563 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Scottish Orienteering Association a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC043563. the advancement of education charity based in Highland. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/scottish-orienteering-association retrieved: 2026-08-23T12:02:42.643Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Scottish Orienteering Association is a registered charity (number SC043563) 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 education; 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 £228,960 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Scottish Orienteering Association? Registered charity number SC043563 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Highland Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £228,960 Website [www.scottish-orienteering.org](http://www.scottish-orienteering.org/) ## What does Scottish Orienteering Association do? The Scottish Orienteering Association (SOA) is the Scottish Governing Body (SGB) for the sport of orienteering, a charitable body and a constituent association of British Orienteering. We receive support from sportscotland and are based at the sportscotland National Outdoor Training Centre, Glenmore Lodge, near Aviemore. Scottish Orienteering is run by a team of professionals, who are based around Scotland and a Board of Directors who meet quarterly. As a Sports Governing Body we are responsible for the governance, development and promotion of the sport in Scotland, mainly through the network… ## What causes is Scottish Orienteering Association registered for? the advancement of educationthe 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 Scottish Orienteering Association yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Scottish Orienteering Association 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=scottish-orienteering-association&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.scottish-orienteering.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Scottish Orienteering Association a legitimate charity? Yes. Scottish Orienteering Association is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC043563) 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 Scottish Orienteering Association's charity number? Scottish Orienteering Association's charity number is SC043563. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC043563? Search SC043563 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 Scottish Orienteering Association do? The Scottish Orienteering Association (SOA) is the Scottish Governing Body (SGB) for the sport of orienteering, a charitable body and a constituent association of British Orienteering. We receive support from sportscotland and are based at the sportscotland National Outdoor Training Centre, Glenmore Lodge, near Aviemore. Scottish Orienteering is run by a team of professionals, who are based around Scotland and a Board of Directors who meet quarterly. As a Sports Governing Body we are responsible for the governance, development and promotion of the sport in Scotland, mainly through the network… Does Scottish Orienteering Association have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Scottish Orienteering Association. 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 Scottish Orienteering Association? Scottish Orienteering Association's website is http://www.scottish-orienteering.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=SC043563).