Crewe Heritage Trust

Also known as: The Railway Age

Heritage museum reflecting the heritage of the town of Crewe and its involvement in railway history.

Activities & Mission

Heritage museum reflecting the heritage of the town of Crewe and its involvement in railway history.

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

Cheshire East Cheshire West & Chester

Financial Information

Latest Income

£97,250

Latest Expenditure

£234,630

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 17.8%

% of income going directly to charitable activities

Overall Efficiency 71.4%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Administrative Ratio 46.9%

Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £465,910

Charitable Activities £91,092

Other Trading £23,318

Investments £2,318

Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £103,630

Raising Funds £41,611

Governance £26,573

Grants to Institutions £0

Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial Year	Income	Expenditure	Charitable Spending	Net Assets	Reserves	Staff
2025	£97,250	£234,630				0 / 75
2024	£157,702	£190,431				0 / 74
2023	£582,638	£145,241	£103,630	£671,755	£565,920	2 / 35
2022	£125,991	£122,262				0 / 25
2021	£100,567	£88,682				0 / 15

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Crewe Heritage Trust

What does Crewe Heritage Trust do?

Heritage museum reflecting the heritage of the town of Crewe and its involvement in railway history.

How much income did Crewe Heritage Trust report in 2025?

Crewe Heritage Trust reported total income of £97k and reported expenditure of £235k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Crewe Heritage Trust registered as a charity?

Crewe Heritage Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 June 1992 as charity number 1011961. It has been registered for 34 years.

Who runs Crewe Heritage Trust?

Crewe Heritage Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is GORDON HEDDON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Crewe Heritage Trust operate?

Crewe Heritage Trust operates across 2 areas: Cheshire East and Cheshire West & Chester.

Is Crewe Heritage Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Crewe Heritage Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1011961.