01 Identity
Scottish charity record
- OSCR charity number
- SC050968
- Status
- Active
- Regulatory type
- Standard
- Designated religious body
- No
- Geographical spread
- A specific local point, community or neighbourhood
- Volunteers
- 1-50 volunteers
- Staff
- 0
- Postcode
- PA34 5JE
02 Purpose and work
What the charity exists to do
Adventure Oban exists to support the Oban and North Argyll community to access the great outdoors, particularly working where socio and economic barriers preclude community members from participating in certain activities. Adventure Oban provide knowledge, opportunities, equipment and access to events and activities that break down these barriers. We work alongside existing clubs and informal groups - helping them to grow and develop in relevant areas.
Charitable purposes
- the advancement of education
- 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 advancement of environmental protection or improvement
Beneficiaries
- No specific group, or for the benefit of the community
Activities
- It carries out activities or services itself
Constitutional objectives
The company has been formed to benefit principally the community of the town of Oban and the surrounding area with the following objects: (1) To provide and advance accessibility to our sea, coastal and natural assets around the town of Oban, organising recreational activities which will be available to members of our community and public at large with the object of improving conditions of life of the Community. (2) Advancement of public participation in sport or physical activities, specifically the provision of facilities, equipment and tuition in outdoor activities, to improve the physical and mental health of our community. (3) To promote collective responsibility and stewardship of our natural environment through education and awareness raising activities. But only to the extent that the above purposes are consistent with furthering the achievement of sustainable development.
03 Annual returns
Income and expenditure history
| Year end | Income | Expenditure | Staff | Return received |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 January 2026 | £0 | £0 | 0 | Not supplied |
| 31 January 2025 | £16,972 | £13,517 | 0 | 27 October 2025 |
| 31 January 2024 | £9,418 | £11,600 | 0 | 5 June 2024 |
| 31 January 2023 | £11,730 | £21,986 | 0 | 13 October 2023 |
| 31 January 2022 | £17,550 | £391 | 0 | 14 October 2022 |
Figures are those reported by the charity and supplied in the OSCR bulk download. Blank facts remain distinct from zero.
04 Contact record
Principal office or trustees address
- Address supplied to OSCR
- c/o Atlantis Leisure, Dalriach Road , Oban
- Website supplied to OSCR
- www.adventureoban.org
- Parent charity
- Not supplied
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05 Provenance
Source for this profile
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