--- title: "The Underheugh Ark — check charity number SC046258 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Underheugh Ark a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC046258. the advancement of animal welfare charity based in Inverclyde. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-underheugh-ark retrieved: 2026-08-28T11:56:09.095Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Underheugh Ark is a registered charity (number SC046258) 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 animal welfare. Its latest reported income was £220,956 (year ending 2025-01-31). 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 Underheugh Ark? Registered charity number SC046258 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Inverclyde Latest income (year ending 2025-01-31) £220,956 Website [www.theunderheugharkrescue.co.uk](http://www.theunderheugharkrescue.co.uk/) ## What does The Underheugh Ark do? Our charity is an animal rescue who offers safe space to animals in need, who are unwanted, neglected, abused and discarded. Some have sad stories and others have lost their owner and can no longer remain where they are. We help any animal both domestic and farm. We provide these animals with a safe place to live while we carry out all their vet needs, sometimes we have to rehabilitate them and gain their trust. We work hard with every animal who comes into us and when they are ready to be adopted we find them their forever home. We are a volunteer run rescue with no paid staff and we raise a… ## What causes is The Underheugh Ark registered for? the advancement of animal welfare ## Why is there no Clarity Score for The Underheugh Ark yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Underheugh Ark 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-underheugh-ark&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.theunderheugharkrescue.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Underheugh Ark a legitimate charity? Yes. The Underheugh Ark is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC046258) 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 Underheugh Ark's charity number? The Underheugh Ark's charity number is SC046258. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC046258? Search SC046258 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 Underheugh Ark do? Our charity is an animal rescue who offers safe space to animals in need, who are unwanted, neglected, abused and discarded. Some have sad stories and others have lost their owner and can no longer remain where they are. We help any animal both domestic and farm. We provide these animals with a safe place to live while we carry out all their vet needs, sometimes we have to rehabilitate them and gain their trust. We work hard with every animal who comes into us and when they are ready to be adopted we find them their forever home. We are a volunteer run rescue with no paid staff and we raise a… Does The Underheugh Ark have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Underheugh Ark. 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 Underheugh Ark? The Underheugh Ark's website is http://www.theunderheugharkrescue.co.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=SC046258).