--- title: "Scottish Seabird Centre — check charity number SC025837 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Scottish Seabird Centre a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC025837. the advancement of education charity based in East Lothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/scottish-seabird-centre retrieved: 2026-08-23T12:03:09.075Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Scottish Seabird Centre is a registered charity (number SC025837) 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 environmental protection or improvement. Its latest reported income was £2,312,186 (year ending 2025-01-31). 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 Seabird Centre? Registered charity number SC025837 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location East Lothian Latest income (year ending 2025-01-31) £2,312,186 Website [www.seabird.org](http://www.seabird.org/) ## What does Scottish Seabird Centre do? At the Scottish Seabird Centre we will do all that we can to ensure that we inspire people to explore and care for Scotland's coastal and marine environment and to provide them with the scientific evidence, information and knowledge to make informed choices about the activities that affect the marine environment. Our people (staff and volunteers) are crucial to our success. We will take an inclusive approach, use our tourism asset flexibly, and develop our education, marine outreach and digital resources to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to have the best experience of Scotland's mari… ## What causes is Scottish Seabird Centre registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of environmental protection or improvement ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Scottish Seabird Centre yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Scottish Seabird Centre 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-seabird-centre&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.seabird.org/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Scottish Seabird Centre a legitimate charity? Yes. Scottish Seabird Centre is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC025837) 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 Seabird Centre's charity number? Scottish Seabird Centre's charity number is SC025837. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC025837? Search SC025837 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 Seabird Centre do? At the Scottish Seabird Centre we will do all that we can to ensure that we inspire people to explore and care for Scotland's coastal and marine environment and to provide them with the scientific evidence, information and knowledge to make informed choices about the activities that affect the marine environment. Our people (staff and volunteers) are crucial to our success. We will take an inclusive approach, use our tourism asset flexibly, and develop our education, marine outreach and digital resources to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to have the best experience of Scotland's mari… Does Scottish Seabird Centre have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Scottish Seabird Centre. 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 Seabird Centre? Scottish Seabird Centre's website is http://www.seabird.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=SC025837).