--- title: "Western Recreation Trust — check charity number SC002534 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Western Recreation Trust a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC002534. the prevention or relief of poverty charity based in Glasgow City. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/western-recreation-trust retrieved: 2026-08-23T18:50:40.396Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Western Recreation Trust is a registered charity (number SC002534) 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 citizenship or community development; 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 £33,070 (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 Western Recreation Trust? Registered charity number SC002534 Status Registered (active) Charity type Trust (founding document is a deed of trust) (other than educational endowment) Location Glasgow City Latest income (year ending 2025-03-31) £33,070 ## What does Western Recreation Trust do? provide grants to organisations in communities across Scotland which operate to keep people on a positive path in life ie away from drugs and alcohol ## What causes is Western Recreation Trust registered for? the prevention or relief of povertythe advancement of citizenship or community developmentthe 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 Western Recreation Trust yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Western Recreation Trust 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=western-recreation-trust&type=claim) ## Frequently asked questions Is Western Recreation Trust a legitimate charity? Yes. Western Recreation Trust is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC002534) 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 Western Recreation Trust's charity number? Western Recreation Trust's charity number is SC002534. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC002534? Search SC002534 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 Western Recreation Trust do? provide grants to organisations in communities across Scotland which operate to keep people on a positive path in life ie away from drugs and alcohol Does Western Recreation Trust have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Western Recreation Trust. 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 Western Recreation Trust? Western Recreation Trust 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=SC002534).