--- title: "West Region Scout Council — check charity number SC006564 | CharityCompare" description: "Is West Region Scout Council a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC006564. the advancement of education charity based in East Renfrewshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/west-region-scout-council retrieved: 2026-08-23T13:19:26.583Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer West Region Scout Council is a registered charity (number SC006564) 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 citizenship or community development. Its latest reported income was £244,460 (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 West Region Scout Council? Registered charity number SC006564 Status Registered (active) Charity type Unincorporated association Location East Renfrewshire Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £244,460 Website [www.westregion.org.uk](http://www.westregion.org.uk/) ## What does West Region Scout Council do? Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society. This is achieved by the running of various groups across the Region with Beavers, Cubs and Scouts aged 6 to 16 attending. We also operate an active outdoor centre at Lapwing Lodge offering activities to a variety of user groups. ## What causes is West Region Scout Council registered for? the advancement of educationthe advancement of citizenship or community development ## Why is there no Clarity Score for West Region Scout Council yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. West Region Scout Council 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-region-scout-council&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.westregion.org.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is West Region Scout Council a legitimate charity? Yes. West Region Scout Council is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC006564) 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 Region Scout Council's charity number? West Region Scout Council's charity number is SC006564. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC006564? Search SC006564 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 Region Scout Council do? Scouting exists to actively engage and support young people in their personal development, empowering them to make a positive contribution to society. This is achieved by the running of various groups across the Region with Beavers, Cubs and Scouts aged 6 to 16 attending. We also operate an active outdoor centre at Lapwing Lodge offering activities to a variety of user groups. Does West Region Scout Council have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for West Region Scout Council. 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 Region Scout Council? West Region Scout Council's website is http://www.westregion.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=SC006564).