--- title: "The Shed — check charity number SC051365 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Shed a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC051365. the advancement of citizenship or community development charity based in Western Isles. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-shed-2 retrieved: 2026-08-28T03:56:15.092Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Shed is a registered charity (number SC051365) 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 citizenship or community development; 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; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £337,467 (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 The Shed? Registered charity number SC051365 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Western Isles Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £337,467 Website [www.theshedproject.org.uk](http://www.theshedproject.org.uk/) ## What does The Shed do? The organisation's purposes are to improve the wellbeing of the community of the Isle of Lewis by providing a safe place to come to and participate in a range of services that seek to give support, encouragement, and relief by the advancement of citizenship or community development through providing a social meeting place and enhancing networks: - for children and young people, across the age range of 3-18 - adults in recovery from addiction. - for families through our intergenerational work across the age range 0-3 - for families through our partnership with Safe Families (Homes for Good)… ## What causes is The Shed registered for? the advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe 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 intendedthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Shed yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Shed 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-shed-2&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.theshedproject.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Shed a legitimate charity? Yes. The Shed is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC051365) 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 Shed's charity number? The Shed's charity number is SC051365. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC051365? Search SC051365 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 Shed do? The organisation's purposes are to improve the wellbeing of the community of the Isle of Lewis by providing a safe place to come to and participate in a range of services that seek to give support, encouragement, and relief by the advancement of citizenship or community development through providing a social meeting place and enhancing networks: - for children and young people, across the age range of 3-18 - adults in recovery from addiction. - for families through our intergenerational work across the age range 0-3 - for families through our partnership with Safe Families (Homes for Good)… Does The Shed have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Shed. 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 Shed? The Shed's website is http://www.theshedproject.org.uk/ — 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=SC051365).