01 Identity
Scottish charity record
- OSCR charity number
- SC051042
- Status
- Active
- Regulatory type
- Standard
- Designated religious body
- No
- Geographical spread
- Wider, but within one local authority area
- Volunteers
- 1-50 volunteers
- Staff
- 8
- Postcode
- PA8 7AF
02 Purpose and work
What the charity exists to do
Erskine Arts is a community-rooted charity using culture as a catalyst for connection, resilience, and improved mental wellbeing. We provide inclusive, low-cost or free creative programmes that break down barriers to participation for people of all ages and abilities, with a strong focus on prevention and early intervention. Our activities include music and art classes, community choirs, wellbeing workshops, youth development, intergenerational events, creative sessions for adults with disabilities, and tailored support for neurodiverse children and their carers. We respond directly to local needs in an area that experiences high levels of social isolation and limited access to services. Our growing programme builds community confidence, reduces loneliness, and fosters self-expression and support networks. We are committed to sustainability through earned income, membership, local fundraising, and hire services.
Charitable purposes
- the advancement of education
- the advancement of the arts, heritage, culture or science
- the promotion of equality and diversity
Beneficiaries
- Children or young people
- No specific group, or for the benefit of the community
Activities
- It carries out activities or services itself
Constitutional objectives
3 The organisation is established for Charitable Purposes only, and in particular, the charitable purposes are: 3.1 To advancement of the arts, heritage and culture through: 3.1.1 the development of a cultural strategy and a wide range of opportunities to enable maximum participation in and exposure to the arts in Renfrewshire to include connecting, showcasing and amplifying creative and cultural talent. 3.1.2 encouraging participation in arts, cultural and heritage activities by removing barriers to awareness and access. 3.1.3 producing, promoting and encouraging a high-quality arts and cultural events and activities programme resulting in cultural, social and economic benefits. 3.1.4 by encouraging community participation and active engagement to ensure the services offered meet the needs of the community, and help to create artistic skills and perspectives, whilst growing audiences of all ages through long-term engagement with creative experiences. 3.2 the advancement of education through the provision of training provision for young people in creative industries, providing pathways to further education and employment. 3.3 the promotion of equality and diversity by providing facilities and services with the aim of benefitting the diverse range of participants in the community and providing agency to groups who are underrepresented.
03 Annual returns
Income and expenditure history
| Year end | Income | Expenditure | Staff | Return received |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 March 2026 | £0 | £0 | 8 | Not supplied |
| 31 March 2025 | £195,299 | £189,121 | 8 | 19 December 2025 |
| 31 March 2024 | £219,285 | £227,743 | 8 | 16 December 2024 |
| 31 March 2023 | £161,213 | £149,623 | 8 | 11 December 2023 |
| 31 March 2022 | £143,685 | £121,229 | 8 | 31 December 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
- Erskine Arts , Kilpatrick Drive , Erskine
- Website supplied to OSCR
- www.erskinearts.co.uk
- Parent charity
- Not supplied
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05 Provenance
Source for this profile
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