--- title: "Westhill Men's Shed — check charity number SC042663 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Westhill Men's Shed a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC042663. 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 ch" source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/westhill-men-s-shed retrieved: 2026-08-23T17:58:04.166Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Westhill Men's Shed is a registered charity (number SC042663) 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 £29,092 (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 Westhill Men's Shed? Registered charity number SC042663 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location Aberdeenshire Latest income (year ending 2025-12-31) £29,092 Website [www.westhillmensshed.co.uk](http://www.westhillmensshed.co.uk/) ## What does Westhill Men's Shed do? Provide a facility where local men can meet and work on community or their own projects to help with their mental welfare, and encourage social interaction for mutual benefit. A She Shed group are also supported independent of the Westhill Men's Shed. ## What causes is Westhill Men's Shed 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 Westhill Men's Shed yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Westhill Men's Shed 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=westhill-men-s-shed&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.westhillmensshed.co.uk/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Westhill Men's Shed a legitimate charity? Yes. Westhill Men's Shed is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC042663) 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 Westhill Men's Shed's charity number? Westhill Men's Shed's charity number is SC042663. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC042663? Search SC042663 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 Westhill Men's Shed do? Provide a facility where local men can meet and work on community or their own projects to help with their mental welfare, and encourage social interaction for mutual benefit. A She Shed group are also supported independent of the Westhill Men's Shed. Does Westhill Men's Shed have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Westhill Men's Shed. 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 Westhill Men's Shed? Westhill Men's Shed's website is http://www.westhillmensshed.co.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=SC042663).