--- title: "Whiteleys Retreat — check charity number SC047040 | CharityCompare" description: "Is Whiteleys Retreat a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number SC047040. the advancement of health charity based in South Ayrshire. Official OSCR record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/whiteleys-retreat retrieved: 2026-08-24T01:08:58.322Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer Whiteleys Retreat is a registered charity (number SC047040) 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 health; 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; the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage. Its latest reported income was £319,169 (year ending 2024-12-31). 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 Whiteleys Retreat? Registered charity number SC047040 Status Registered (active) Charity type SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation) Location South Ayrshire Latest income (year ending 2024-12-31) £319,169 Website [www.whiteleysretreat.com](http://www.whiteleysretreat.com/) ## What does Whiteleys Retreat do? The charity's objects are to provide holiday accommodation for therapeutic breaks, recreational facilities with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended The advancement of health The provision of holidays and holiday accommodation to children and their families where the child or children have life altering illnesses or the child or children are undergoing or have undergone treatment for cancer. ## What causes is Whiteleys Retreat registered for? the advancement of healththe 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 intendedthe relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage ## Why is there no Clarity Score for Whiteleys Retreat yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. Whiteleys Retreat 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=whiteleys-retreat&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.whiteleysretreat.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is Whiteleys Retreat a legitimate charity? Yes. Whiteleys Retreat is a legitimate registered charity (charity number SC047040) 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 Whiteleys Retreat's charity number? Whiteleys Retreat's charity number is SC047040. Check that number on the OSCR register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number SC047040? Search SC047040 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 Whiteleys Retreat do? The charity's objects are to provide holiday accommodation for therapeutic breaks, recreational facilities with the object of improving the conditions of life for the persons for whom the facilities or activities are primarily intended The advancement of health The provision of holidays and holiday accommodation to children and their families where the child or children have life altering illnesses or the child or children are undergoing or have undergone treatment for cancer. Does Whiteleys Retreat have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for Whiteleys Retreat. 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 Whiteleys Retreat? Whiteleys Retreat's website is http://www.whiteleysretreat.com — 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=SC047040).