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73082 Camelot Locomotive Society

The Society is the owner of British Railways Standard Class Five steam locomotive 73082 Camelot which operates on the Bluebell Railway between Sheffield Park and East Grinstead in Sussex. The funds raised by the charity are used to help maintain the locomotive in working order so that it can be seen in operation by the general public. On occasions our engine will visit other UK heritage railways.

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Activities & Mission

The Society is the owner of British Railways Standard Class Five steam locomotive 73082 Camelot which operates on the Bluebell Railway between Sheffield Park and East Grinstead in Sussex. The funds raised by the charity are used to help maintain the locomotive in working order so that it can be seen in operation by the general public. On occasions our engine will visit other UK heritage railways.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£21,290
Latest Expenditure
£26,731

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 125.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 125.6%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£21,290
£26,7310 / 2
2023
£18,792
£11,0460 / 2
2022
£39,493
£17,9260 / 4

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about 73082 Camelot Locomotive Society

What does 73082 Camelot Locomotive Society do?

The Society is the owner of British Railways Standard Class Five steam locomotive 73082 Camelot which operates on the Bluebell Railway between Sheffield Park and East Grinstead in Sussex. The funds raised by the charity are used to help maintain the locomotive in working order so that it can be seen in operation by the general public. On occasions our engine will visit other UK heritage railways.

How much income did 73082 Camelot Locomotive Society report in 2024?

73082 Camelot Locomotive Society reported total income of £21k and reported expenditure of £27k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was 73082 Camelot Locomotive Society registered as a charity?

73082 Camelot Locomotive Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 2 September 2021 as charity number 1195698. It has been registered for 5 years.

Who runs 73082 Camelot Locomotive Society?

73082 Camelot Locomotive Society is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Peter William Gibbs. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does 73082 Camelot Locomotive Society operate?

73082 Camelot Locomotive Society operates in East Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is 73082 Camelot Locomotive Society a registered charity?

Yes — 73082 Camelot Locomotive Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1195698.

Details

Address
c/o BLUEBELL RAILWAY LTD
SHEFFIELD PARK STATION
SHEFFIELD PARK
UCKFIELD
TN22 3QL
Registration Date
2 September 2021
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5177003
Charity Number
1195698

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Trustees

Peter William Gibbs Chair
Aidan Kenneth Arnold Wallis
Anthony Nicholas Simpson
Francis Paul Dowley
JONATHAN MARK ALDER
Also governs 1 other charity
Julian Stephen Heinemann
Mark Wilson
Martin Christopher Boddy
Stephen Ronald Loeber

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