--- title: "Upper Eskdale Development Group — check charity number SC043890 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Upper Eskdale Development Group a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC043890. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Dumfries And Galloway. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/upper-eskdale-development-group retrieved: 2026-08-23T08:23:11.413Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Upper Eskdale Development Group is a registered charity (number SC043890) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: the prevention or relief of poverty; the advancement of education; the advancement of health. Its latest reported income was £326,967 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Upper Eskdale Development Group? Registered charity number SC043890 Status Registered (active) Charity type Company (the charity is registered with Companies House) Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £326,967 Website [www.eskdalemuir.com](http://www.eskdalemuir.com/) ## What does Upper Eskdale Development Group do? We operate a hub that serves the local community. The community can access share space, a cafe and we provide a shop where local artists etc can sell their goods. We hold events for the local community and operate a licenced bar. ## What causes is Upper Eskdale Development Group registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of educationthe advancement of health ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Upper Eskdale Development Group yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Upper Eskdale Development Group 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=upper-eskdale-development-group&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.eskdalemuir.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Upper Eskdale Development Group a legitimate charity? Yes. Upper Eskdale Development Group is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC043890) 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 Upper Eskdale Development Group's charity number? Upper Eskdale Development Group's charity number is SC043890. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC043890? Search SC043890 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 Upper Eskdale Development Group do? We operate a hub that serves the local community. The community can access share space, a cafe and we provide a shop where local artists etc can sell their goods. We hold events for the local community and operate a licenced bar. Does Upper Eskdale Development Group have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Upper Eskdale Development Group. 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 Upper Eskdale Development Group? Upper Eskdale Development Group's website is http://www.eskdalemuir.com — 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=SC043890).