--- title: "Southend Parish Church (Church of Scotland) — check charity number SC005484 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Southend Parish Church (Church of Scotland) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC005484. the advancement of religion charity based in Argyll And Bute. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/southend-parish-church-church-of-scotland retrieved: 2026-08-25T04:10:08.021Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Southend Parish Church (Church of Scotland) is a registered charity (number SC005484) 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 religion. Its latest reported income was £30,904 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Southend Parish Church (Church of Scotland)? Registered charity number SC005484 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Argyll And Bute Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £30,904 ## What does Southend Parish Church (Church of Scotland) do? Southend Church is part of the Church of Scotland and it exists to glorify God and to work for the advancement of religion. We cooperate with other Churches in various ecumenical bodies in Scotland and beyond through our Minister and provide a regular service of worship every Sunday morning. Southend Church also holds various other services in the course of the year including Weddings, Funerals and Christenings. we also run a Guild, Bible Study and other ad hoc events. We also hold regular fund raising events for both the Church itself and other charities. ## What causes is Southend Parish Church (Church of Scotland) registered for? the advancement of religion ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Southend Parish Church (Church of Scotland) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Southend Parish Church (Church of 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=southend-parish-church-church-of-scotland&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Southend Parish Church (Church of Scotland) a legitimate charity? Yes. Southend Parish Church (Church of Scotland) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC005484) 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 Southend Parish Church (Church of Scotland)'s charity number? Southend Parish Church (Church of Scotland)'s charity number is SC005484. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC005484? Search SC005484 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 Southend Parish Church (Church of Scotland) do? Southend Church is part of the Church of Scotland and it exists to glorify God and to work for the advancement of religion. We cooperate with other Churches in various ecumenical bodies in Scotland and beyond through our Minister and provide a regular service of worship every Sunday morning. Southend Church also holds various other services in the course of the year including Weddings, Funerals and Christenings. we also run a Guild, Bible Study and other ad hoc events. We also hold regular fund raising events for both the Church itself and other charities. Does Southend Parish Church (Church of Scotland) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Southend Parish Church (Church of 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 Southend Parish Church (Church of Scotland)? Southend Parish Church (Church of 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=SC005484).