--- title: "The Nature Library — check charity number SC053608 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Nature Library a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053608. the advancement of education 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/the-nature-library retrieved: 2026-08-27T02:18:20.477Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Nature Library is a registered charity (number SC053608) 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 citizenship or community development; 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 The Nature Library? Registered charity number SC053608 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location North Ayrshire Website [www.thenaturelibrary.com](http://www.thenaturelibrary.com/) ## What does The Nature Library do? 4. The organisation’s purposes are: a) the advancement of education with a focus on nature, climate, environment topics on local and global levels, recognising that the climate crisis is a social and humanitarian one as opposed to an environmental one b) the advancement of community development and connections c) the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture and science through • providing a brand new library space within Ayrshire whilst connecting with the existing culture and cultural spaces by working in partnership with the Scottish Maritime Museum • the creation of an artist-made librar… ## What causes is The Nature Library registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Nature Library yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Nature Library 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-nature-library&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.thenaturelibrary.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Nature Library a legitimate charity? Yes. The Nature Library is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053608) 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 Nature Library's charity number? The Nature Library's charity number is SC053608. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053608? Search SC053608 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 Nature Library do? 4. The organisation’s purposes are: a) the advancement of education with a focus on nature, climate, environment topics on local and global levels, recognising that the climate crisis is a social and humanitarian one as opposed to an environmental one b) the advancement of community development and connections c) the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture and science through • providing a brand new library space within Ayrshire whilst connecting with the existing culture and cultural spaces by working in partnership with the Scottish Maritime Museum • the creation of an artist-made librar… Does The Nature Library have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Nature Library. 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 Nature Library? The Nature Library's website is http://www.thenaturelibrary.com — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on 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=SC053608).