Appleby Frodingham Railway-Scunthorpe
Also known as: Scunthorpe Industrial Heritage Railway, Scunthorpe Industrial Heritage Railway Company Limited
The Charity advances education for the benefit of the public in the history, construction, engineering and operation of the Scunthorpe Railway site by acquiring, restoring, preserving and operating heritage railway locomotives, rolling stock, equipment, artefacts and other associated heritage infrastructure and has established and maintains a museum.
Activities & Mission
The Charity advances education for the benefit of the public in the history, construction, engineering and operation of the Scunthorpe Railway site by acquiring, restoring, preserving and operating heritage railway locomotives, rolling stock, equipment, artefacts and other associated heritage infrastructure and has established and maintains a museum.
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.
Local Authority
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £57,908 | £30,690 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2024 | £34,250 | £47,447 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2023 | £47,121 | £18,364 | 0 / 20 |
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Frequently asked questions about Appleby Frodingham Railway-Scunthorpe
What does Appleby Frodingham Railway-Scunthorpe do?
The Charity advances education for the benefit of the public in the history, construction, engineering and operation of the Scunthorpe Railway site by acquiring, restoring, preserving and operating heritage railway locomotives, rolling stock, equipment, artefacts and other associated heritage infrastructure and has established and maintains a museum.
How much income did Appleby Frodingham Railway-Scunthorpe report in 2025?
Appleby Frodingham Railway-Scunthorpe reported total income of £58k and reported expenditure of £31k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Appleby Frodingham Railway-Scunthorpe registered as a charity?
Appleby Frodingham Railway-Scunthorpe was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 December 2021 as charity number 1196958. It has been registered for 5 years.
Who runs Appleby Frodingham Railway-Scunthorpe?
Appleby Frodingham Railway-Scunthorpe is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is Andrew Robert Plumtree. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Appleby Frodingham Railway-Scunthorpe operate?
Appleby Frodingham Railway-Scunthorpe operates in North Lincolnshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Appleby Frodingham Railway-Scunthorpe a registered charity?
Yes — Appleby Frodingham Railway-Scunthorpe is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1196958.
Details
Scunthorpe
North Lincolnshire
DN16 1BP
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Also Known As
- Scunthorpe Industrial Heritage Railway
- Scunthorpe Industrial Heritage Railway Company Limited
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- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
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