--- title: "Wat Buddha Metta UK — check charity number SC053866 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Wat Buddha Metta UK a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC053866. the advancement of religion 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/wat-buddha-metta-uk retrieved: 2026-08-23T07:56:56.589Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Wat Buddha Metta UK is a registered charity (number SC053866) 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 religion; the promotion of religious or racial harmony. Its latest reported income was £43,199 (year ending 2025-12-31). 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 Wat Buddha Metta UK? Registered charity number SC053866 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Dumfries And Galloway Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £43,199 ## What does Wat Buddha Metta UK do? The WBMUK's primary focus is to find a property in Scotland to establish a Buddhist Centre and invite monastics and students from Thailand to use as a base to study in the UK and experience the UK culture. The centre will also be used for retreats, allowing anyone from around the UK to stay and learn about and practice Buddhism and Meditation. ## What causes is Wat Buddha Metta UK registered for? the advancement of religionthe promotion of religious or racial harmony ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Wat Buddha Metta UK yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Wat Buddha Metta UK 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=wat-buddha-metta-uk&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Wat Buddha Metta UK a legitimate charity? Yes. Wat Buddha Metta UK is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC053866) 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 Wat Buddha Metta UK's charity number? Wat Buddha Metta UK's charity number is SC053866. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC053866? Search SC053866 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 Wat Buddha Metta UK do? The WBMUK's primary focus is to find a property in Scotland to establish a Buddhist Centre and invite monastics and students from Thailand to use as a base to study in the UK and experience the UK culture. The centre will also be used for retreats, allowing anyone from around the UK to stay and learn about and practice Buddhism and Meditation. Does Wat Buddha Metta UK have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Wat Buddha Metta UK. 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 Wat Buddha Metta UK? Wat Buddha Metta UK 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=SC053866).