--- title: "Southern Light — check charity number SC053997 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Southern Light a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053997. the advancement of education charity based in City of Edinburgh. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/southern-light retrieved: 2026-08-25T04:03:41.402Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Southern Light is a registered charity (number SC053997) 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 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 Southern Light? Registered charity number SC053997 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location City of Edinburgh ## What does Southern Light do? The objects of the Company shall be to advance the education of the public in the art of musical theatre, and light opera, by the presentation of public performances and other related activities. ## What causes is Southern Light registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Southern Light yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Southern Light 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=southern-light&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Southern Light a legitimate charity? Yes. Southern Light is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053997) 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 Southern Light's charity number? Southern Light's charity number is SC053997. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053997? Search SC053997 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 Southern Light do? The objects of the Company shall be to advance the education of the public in the art of musical theatre, and light opera, by the presentation of public performances and other related activities. Does Southern Light have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Southern Light. 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 Southern Light? Southern Light 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=SC053997).