--- title: "Serendipity — check charity number SC048497 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Serendipity a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC048497. the advancement of health charity based in Scottish Borders. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/serendipity retrieved: 2026-08-23T16:40:16.222Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Serendipity is a registered charity (number SC048497) 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 health; 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 £4,242 (year ending 2021-03-31). 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 Serendipity? Registered charity number SC048497 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Scottish Borders Latest income (year ending 2021-03-31) £4,242 ## What does Serendipity do? The organisation's purposes are to advance health and provide recreational facilities or organise recreational activities with the aim of improving the conditions of life for the people for whom the facilities or activities are mainly intended through: a) providing a friendly and welcoming meeting place and activities for individuals in recovery from alcohol or substance misuse, and to set the rules for the smooth operation of these activities. b) developing a recovery community in the borders which is run by those in recovery with the view to developing a peer support network. c) providing… ## What causes is Serendipity registered for? the advancement of healththe 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 Serendipity yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Serendipity 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=serendipity&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Serendipity a legitimate charity? Yes. Serendipity is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC048497) 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 Serendipity's charity number? Serendipity's charity number is SC048497. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC048497? Search SC048497 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 Serendipity do? The organisation's purposes are to advance health and provide recreational facilities or organise recreational activities with the aim of improving the conditions of life for the people for whom the facilities or activities are mainly intended through: a) providing a friendly and welcoming meeting place and activities for individuals in recovery from alcohol or substance misuse, and to set the rules for the smooth operation of these activities. b) developing a recovery community in the borders which is run by those in recovery with the view to developing a peer support network. c) providing… Does Serendipity have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Serendipity. 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 Serendipity? Serendipity 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=SC048497).