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class forty preservation society

The charity supports children and young people, elderly people, people with disabilities, and the general public. Class Forty Preservation Society is a registered charity whose purpose is education and training. It delivers its work by carrying out other charitable activities. The charity is based in Crewe and operates in Bury and Scotland.


This page summarises publicly available information about the charity, including its activities, beneficiaries, and registration details, based on official records.

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Activities & Mission

To preserve and restore to full working order and operate at galas around the UK, 3 x Heritage English Electric Class 40 Diesel Electric Locomotives built in 1961 at Vulcan Foundry Newton Le Willows and promote their heritage to the general public in whatever manner is available and practical.

Fundraising

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£78,533
Latest Expenditure
£48,382

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 61.6%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 61.6%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024£78,533£48,3820 / 10
2023£97,324£62,7310 / 10
2022£136,535£135,0450 / 10
2021£73,856£59,5710 / 30
2020£91,665£102,7570 / 30

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers