--- title: "The Training Station — check charity number SC049572 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Training Station a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC049572. the advancement of public participation in sport 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-training-station retrieved: 2026-08-28T11:07:24.921Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Training Station is a registered charity (number SC049572) 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 public participation in sport; 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. Its latest reported income was £6,692 (year ending 2025-04-01). 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 Training Station? Registered charity number SC049572 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location North Ayrshire Latest income (year ending 2025-04-01) £6,692 ## What does The Training Station do? Provide a facility for various practitioners across the community in Saltcoats and nearby local towns. This includes sports, other charity meetings and a range of other activities. Members of the charity are given yearly donations to help with their clubs. ## What causes is The Training Station registered for? the advancement of public participation in sportthe 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 Training Station yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Training Station 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-training-station&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Training Station a legitimate charity? Yes. The Training Station is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC049572) 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 Training Station's charity number? The Training Station's charity number is SC049572. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC049572? Search SC049572 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 Training Station do? Provide a facility for various practitioners across the community in Saltcoats and nearby local towns. This includes sports, other charity meetings and a range of other activities. Members of the charity are given yearly donations to help with their clubs. Does The Training Station have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Training Station. 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 Training Station? The Training Station 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=SC049572).