--- title: "The Woodcock Bequest — check charity number SC014963 | CharityCompare" description: "Is The Woodcock Bequest a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC014963. the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage charity based in Fife. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/the-woodcock-bequest retrieved: 2026-08-28T15:57:05.979Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer The Woodcock Bequest is a registered charity (number SC014963) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £206,810 (year ending 2025-03-31). 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 Woodcock Bequest? Registered charity number SC014963 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Fife Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £206,810 ## What does The Woodcock Bequest do? Provide and maintain accommodation for women in the St Andrews area, or with St Andrews origins, who are in need by reason of ill-health, financial hardship or other disadvantage. ## What causes is The Woodcock Bequest registered for? the 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 Woodcock Bequest yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. The Woodcock Bequest 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-woodcock-bequest&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is The Woodcock Bequest a legitimate charity? Yes. The Woodcock Bequest is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC014963) 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 Woodcock Bequest's charity number? The Woodcock Bequest's charity number is SC014963. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC014963? Search SC014963 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 Woodcock Bequest do? Provide and maintain accommodation for women in the St Andrews area, or with St Andrews origins, who are in need by reason of ill-health, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Does The Woodcock Bequest have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for The Woodcock Bequest. 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 Woodcock Bequest? The Woodcock Bequest 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=SC014963).