--- title: "The Womens Shed — check charity number SC050274 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Womens Shed a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC050274. 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 charit" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-womens-shed retrieved: 2026-08-28T15:56:49.910Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Womens Shed is a registered charity (number SC050274) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: 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. 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 Womens Shed? Registered charity number SC050274 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Glasgow City ## What does The Womens Shed do? The purpose of the organisation is to provide recreational facilities and advance the social needs, health and wellbeing of women of all ages and backgrounds living in Viewpark and surrounding areas by: 4.1 Creating, developing and maintaining a facility, namely a Womens Shed 4.2 Offering opportunities for women in the Viewpark and surrounding areas to meet and undertake creative, physical, purposeful and recreational activities of their choice. 4.3 Reducing Isolation of women in the area thus contributing to their physical and mental wellbeing. 4.4 Developing the capacity of women in View… ## What causes is The Womens Shed registered for? 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 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 Womens Shed yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Womens 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-womens-shed&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Womens Shed a legitimate charity? Yes. The Womens Shed is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC050274) 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 Womens Shed's charity number? The Womens Shed's charity number is SC050274. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC050274? Search SC050274 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 Womens Shed do? The purpose of the organisation is to provide recreational facilities and advance the social needs, health and wellbeing of women of all ages and backgrounds living in Viewpark and surrounding areas by: 4.1 Creating, developing and maintaining a facility, namely a Womens Shed 4.2 Offering opportunities for women in the Viewpark and surrounding areas to meet and undertake creative, physical, purposeful and recreational activities of their choice. 4.3 Reducing Isolation of women in the area thus contributing to their physical and mental wellbeing. 4.4 Developing the capacity of women in View… Does The Womens Shed have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Womens 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 Womens Shed? The Womens Shed 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=SC050274).