--- title: "West Mainland Bowling Club SCIO — check charity number SC043715 | CharityCompare" description: "Is West Mainland Bowling Club SCIO a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC043715. 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" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/west-mainland-bowling-club-scio retrieved: 2026-08-23T15:43:54.295Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer West Mainland Bowling Club SCIO is a registered charity (number SC043715) on the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR) register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: 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 £2,944 (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 West Mainland Bowling Club SCIO? Registered charity number SC043715 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Orkney Islands Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £2,944 ## What does West Mainland Bowling Club SCIO do? To advance and promote recreationalfacilities for pursuingthe sport of outdoor bowls within the county as a whole, but specifically within the West Mainland. We promote the sport of outdoor bowls by providing education and training in the sport and organise club and inter club competitions. ## What causes is West Mainland Bowling Club SCIO registered for? 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 ## Why is there no Clarity Score for West Mainland Bowling Club SCIO yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. West Mainland 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](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=west-mainland-bowling-club-scio&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is West Mainland Bowling Club SCIO a legitimate charity? Yes. West Mainland Bowling Club SCIO is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC043715) 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 West Mainland Bowling Club SCIO's charity number? West Mainland Bowling Club SCIO's charity number is SC043715. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC043715? Search SC043715 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 West Mainland Bowling Club SCIO do? To advance and promote recreationalfacilities for pursuingthe sport of outdoor bowls within the county as a whole, but specifically within the West Mainland. We promote the sport of outdoor bowls by providing education and training in the sport and organise club and inter club competitions. Does West Mainland Bowling Club SCIO have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for West Mainland 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 West Mainland Bowling Club SCIO? West Mainland 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](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=SC043715).