--- title: "Tyne & Esk Writers — check charity number SC044575 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Tyne & Esk Writers a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC044575. the advancement of education charity based in Midlothian. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/tyne-esk-writers retrieved: 2026-08-29T05:05:39.271Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Tyne & Esk Writers is a registered charity (number SC044575) 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 education; the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science. Its latest reported income was £2,391 (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 Tyne & Esk Writers? Registered charity number SC044575 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location Midlothian Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £2,391 Website [tyneandeskwriters.org.uk](http://tyneandeskwriters.org.uk/) ## What does Tyne & Esk Writers do? We give writers the opportunity to see how their work lands creatively before taking it out into the world, creating opportunities to share and learn within our local communities, learning from and supporting each other, developing friendships and collaborations. We provide rented venues and organise events. ## What causes is Tyne & Esk Writers registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Tyne & Esk Writers yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Tyne & Esk Writers 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=tyne-esk-writers&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://tyneandeskwriters.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Tyne & Esk Writers a legitimate charity? Yes. Tyne & Esk Writers is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC044575) 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 Tyne & Esk Writers's charity number? Tyne & Esk Writers's charity number is SC044575. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC044575? Search SC044575 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 Tyne & Esk Writers do? We give writers the opportunity to see how their work lands creatively before taking it out into the world, creating opportunities to share and learn within our local communities, learning from and supporting each other, developing friendships and collaborations. We provide rented venues and organise events. Does Tyne & Esk Writers have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Tyne & Esk Writers. 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 Tyne & Esk Writers? Tyne & Esk Writers's website is http://tyneandeskwriters.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=SC044575).