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Registered charity · No. SC050383SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)West Lothian

Watson Memorial Bowling Club (SCIO)

Watson Memorial Bowling Club (SCIO) is a registered charity in Scotland working in the advancement of public participation in sport, 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, based in West Lothian.

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Watson Memorial Bowling Club (SCIO) is a registered charity (number SC050383) 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 public participation in sport; 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. Its latest reported income was £15,211 (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 Watson Memorial Bowling Club (SCIO)?

Registered charity number
SC050383
Status
Registered (active)
Charity type
SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
Location
West Lothian
Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31)
£15,211

What does Watson Memorial Bowling Club (SCIO) do?

We are set up to provide a safe place for our members and people from the community to come and play the sport of bowls. We hold events nearly every weekend which has a small buffet as well so people can enjoy a good day out and have a cup of tea and a sandwich. We extended our use of the building to include a safe area for or junior's to sit and change also using the same area if some of our members just want a peaceful area to have a talk. We not have our presentation day in our club and a Christmas dance which have now started because of our renovations so more of the club can be used ( we…

What causes is Watson Memorial Bowling Club (SCIO) registered for?

the advancement of public participation in sportthe 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

Why is there no Clarity Score for Watson Memorial Bowling Club (SCIO) yet?

The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Watson Memorial Bowling Club (SCIO) 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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Watson Memorial Bowling Club (SCIO) a legitimate charity?
Yes. Watson Memorial Bowling Club (SCIO) is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC050383) 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 Watson Memorial Bowling Club (SCIO)'s charity number?
Watson Memorial Bowling Club (SCIO)'s charity number is SC050383. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate.
How do I check charity number SC050383?
Search SC050383 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 Watson Memorial Bowling Club (SCIO) do?
We are set up to provide a safe place for our members and people from the community to come and play the sport of bowls. We hold events nearly every weekend which has a small buffet as well so people can enjoy a good day out and have a cup of tea and a sandwich. We extended our use of the building to include a safe area for or junior's to sit and change also using the same area if some of our members just want a peaceful area to have a talk. We not have our presentation day in our club and a Christmas dance which have now started because of our renovations so more of the club can be used ( we…
Does Watson Memorial Bowling Club (SCIO) have reviews and complaints?
CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Watson Memorial Bowling Club (SCIO). 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 Watson Memorial Bowling Club (SCIO)?
Watson Memorial Bowling Club (SCIO) 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. Always verify current details on the official register entry.