# New Heights SCIO

## Details

- **Country:** Scotland
- **Charity number:** SC054057
- **Status:** Active
- **Legal form:** SCIO (Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation)
- **Registered:** March 12, 2025
- **Register:** https://www.oscr.org.uk/about-charities/search-the-register/charity-details?number=SC054057


## Contact

- **Address:** 49 John Finnie Street, Kilmarnock
- **Postcode:** KA1 1BL



## Activities

**Activities:** &#x27;It carries out activities or services itself&#x27;

**Purposes:** &#x27;the advancement of citizenship or community development&#x27;,&#x27;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&#x27;,&#x27;the relief of those in need by reason of age, ill-health, disability, financial hardship or other disadvantage&#x27;

**What the charity does:** New Heights SCIO was set up to provide programmes of personal and social development through outdoor education, adventure activities and experiential learning. Its work builds skills, confidence and resilience in individuals facing disadvantage, with a particular focus on supporting people in recovery from addiction to rebuild their lives and contribute positively to their communities. Operating in partnership with Above Adventure in Kilmarnock, the charity runs a structured programme of physical and mental challenges including climbing, canoeing, bushcraft and abseiling. Through these shared experiences, participants develop self-confidence, coping skills and a renewed sense of purpose.

**Beneficiaries:** &#x27;Other defined groups&#x27;

**Objectives:** To provide programmes of personal and social development for individuals of all ages, through participation in community and outdoor-based education, adventure activities, and experiential learning.  These initiatives are designed to develop skills, capacities, and capabilities, enabling individuals to overcome disadvantage and improve their life prospects.   To support individuals in recovery from addiction and empower participants to rebuild their lives and become responsible and contributing members of society and improve their conditions of life and overall well-being.   To assist and encourage individuals, regardless of age, who face social and economic challenges.  By fostering personal growth and resilience, to enable them to engage with society as mature, responsible individuals, furthering the interests of social welfare and inclusion





## Geography

- **Main operating location:** East Ayrshire
- **Geographical spread:** Wider, but within one local authority area







