--- title: "Seasearch Scotland — check charity number SC055074 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Seasearch Scotland a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC055074. the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science charity based in North Ayrshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/seasearch-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-23T13:16:31.700Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Seasearch Scotland is a registered charity (number SC055074) 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 the arts, heritage, culture or science. 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 Seasearch Scotland? Registered charity number SC055074 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location North Ayrshire ## What does Seasearch Scotland do? To promote the Advancement of Science, through research and exploration of the marine environment • by supporting Seasearch and associated marine data gathering methodologies in Scotland • by facilitating the input of this data into the public domain. ## What causes is Seasearch Scotland registered for? the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Seasearch Scotland yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Seasearch Scotland 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=seasearch-scotland&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Seasearch Scotland a legitimate charity? Yes. Seasearch Scotland is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC055074) 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 Seasearch Scotland's charity number? Seasearch Scotland's charity number is SC055074. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC055074? Search SC055074 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 Seasearch Scotland do? To promote the Advancement of Science, through research and exploration of the marine environment • by supporting Seasearch and associated marine data gathering methodologies in Scotland • by facilitating the input of this data into the public domain. Does Seasearch Scotland have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Seasearch Scotland. 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 Seasearch Scotland? Seasearch Scotland 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=SC055074).