--- title: "The Trades House of Glasgow — check charity number SC040548 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Trades House of Glasgow a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC040548. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-trades-house-of-glasgow retrieved: 2026-08-28T11:11:47.820Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Trades House of Glasgow is a registered charity (number SC040548) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education; the advancement of health. Its latest reported income was £1,647,505 (year ending 2025-09-30). 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 Trades House of Glasgow? Registered charity number SC040548 Status Registered (active) Charity type Statutory corporation (Royal Charter etc) Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2025-09-30) £1,647,505 Website [www.tradeshouse.org.uk](http://www.tradeshouse.org.uk/) ## What does The Trades House of Glasgow do? To improve the lives of people in Greater Glasgow by tackling areas of significant charitable need, with a focus on social and civic wellbeing and education, and to sustain Trades House and the 14 Incorporated Crafts so that they can continue to play an important part in the community of Glasgow. ## What causes is The Trades House of Glasgow registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Trades House of Glasgow yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Trades House of Glasgow 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-trades-house-of-glasgow&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.tradeshouse.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Trades House of Glasgow a legitimate charity? Yes. The Trades House of Glasgow is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC040548) 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 Trades House of Glasgow's charity number? The Trades House of Glasgow's charity number is SC040548. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC040548? Search SC040548 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 Trades House of Glasgow do? To improve the lives of people in Greater Glasgow by tackling areas of significant charitable need, with a focus on social and civic wellbeing and education, and to sustain Trades House and the 14 Incorporated Crafts so that they can continue to play an important part in the community of Glasgow. Does The Trades House of Glasgow have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Trades House of Glasgow. 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 Trades House of Glasgow? The Trades House of Glasgow's website is http://www.tradeshouse.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=SC040548).