--- title: "The Friends of Allachburn (SCIO) — check charity number SC043702 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Friends of Allachburn (SCIO) a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC043702. 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 primaril" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-friends-of-allachburn-scio retrieved: 2026-08-25T16:36:03.433Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Friends of Allachburn (SCIO) is a registered charity (number SC043702) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: 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. 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 The Friends of Allachburn (SCIO)? Registered charity number SC043702 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Aberdeenshire ## What does The Friends of Allachburn (SCIO) do? The organisation is established for charitable purposes only, and in particular, the object of the organisation is to provide facilities and resources as appropriate in order to generally improve the condition of the lives of residents of Allachburn Care Home from time to time. ## What causes is The Friends of Allachburn (SCIO) registered for? 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 ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Friends of Allachburn (SCIO) yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Friends of Allachburn (SCIO) 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=the-friends-of-allachburn-scio&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Friends of Allachburn (SCIO) a legitimate charity? Yes. The Friends of Allachburn (SCIO) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC043702) 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 The Friends of Allachburn (SCIO)'s charity number? The Friends of Allachburn (SCIO)'s charity number is SC043702. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC043702? Search SC043702 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 The Friends of Allachburn (SCIO) do? The organisation is established for charitable purposes only, and in particular, the object of the organisation is to provide facilities and resources as appropriate in order to generally improve the condition of the lives of residents of Allachburn Care Home from time to time. Does The Friends of Allachburn (SCIO) have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Friends of Allachburn (SCIO). 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 The Friends of Allachburn (SCIO)? The Friends of Allachburn (SCIO) 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=SC043702).