OSCR Scottish charity profile

Great Western Community Trust

ActiveCharity number SC052219
Registered4 January 2023
Main locationAberdeen
Legal formSCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)

01 Identity

Scottish charity record

Snapshot 25 August 2026
OSCR charity number
SC052219
Status
Active
Regulatory type
Standard
Designated religious body
No
Geographical spread
A specific local point, community or neighbourhood
Volunteers
1-50 volunteers
Staff
3
Postcode
AB10 6RY

02 Purpose and work

What the charity exists to do

Great Western Community Trust’s mission will always be to manage a community centre that serves as a hub for the local community—a place where people can gather, share, learn, and celebrate together. It champions inclusivity and togetherness, ensuring the centre is a safe and supportive environment for everyone. This ethos underpins all activities and is the guiding principle behind the centre’s development and planning. There exists an ongoing commitment to cater for as many different demographic groups as possible. The programme of activities is constantly evolving, shaped by feedback from the community and the changing needs of our population. This approach ensures that everyone, regardless of age or background, can find something of value at the centre. Encouraging a spirit of volunteering and partnership within the Community is a priority. The Trust employs a Development Officer and Centre Coordinator to ensure that the Community feels supported and welcome.

Charitable purposes

  • 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

Beneficiaries

  • No specific group, or for the benefit of the community

Activities

  • It carries out activities or services itself

Constitutional objectives

5 The Organisation’s main purpose is consistent with furthering the achievement of sustainable development. The Organisation’s Purposes are: 5.1 The advancement of Community Development by acquiring, owning and sustainably maintaining the building of the former Holburn West Church and the neighbouring tennis court and pavilion in Ashley Park South in the City of Aberdeen for the public benefit of the Community. 5.2 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, and in furtherance of 5.1. 5.3 Make available for the public benefit use of and access to the buildings of the former Holburn West Church and associated tennis court in the City of Aberdeen. 5.4 The provision of a Centre for all age groups in which Youth Organisations may conduct their Group meetings and where (1) young people may come together to socialise in a safe environment and (2) adults may gather to share in company their common interests. 5.5 To provide a supported environment for the elderly, those experiencing hardship and those with physical and/or mental disabilities to enhance their quality of life. 5.6 To encourage the use of the premises for cultural, educational, religious, fitness and sporting purposes. 5.7 To assist in the development and delivery of sustainable initiatives creating value and benefit for the Community

03 Annual returns

Income and expenditure history

3 periods
Year endIncomeExpenditureStaffReturn received
31 January 2026£0£03Not supplied
31 January 2025£643,912£77,086323 October 2025
31 January 2024£11,319£8,791330 September 2024

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
9 Ashley Park Drive, Aberdeen
Website supplied to OSCR
Not supplied
Parent charity
Not supplied

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05 Provenance

Source for this profile

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