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Devon Diesel Society Limited

The charity objectives are to advance the education of the public in the history and development of railways and locomotion by the preservation of diesel locomotives, rolling stock and other equipment and items.

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Activities & Mission

The charity objectives are to advance the education of the public in the history and development of railways and locomotion by the preservation of diesel locomotives, rolling stock and other equipment and items.

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

Latest Income
£47,355
Latest Expenditure
£27,381

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 57.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 57.8%
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 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£47,355
£27,3810 / 30
2024
£51,349
£55,2760 / 30
2023
£53,058
£53,5400 / 30
2022
£41,264
£69,8610 / 20
2021
£24,359
£52,7120 / 20

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Devon Diesel Society Limited

What does Devon Diesel Society Limited do?

The charity objectives are to advance the education of the public in the history and development of railways and locomotion by the preservation of diesel locomotives, rolling stock and other equipment and items.

How much income did Devon Diesel Society Limited report in 2025?

Devon Diesel Society Limited reported total income of £47k and reported expenditure of £27k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Devon Diesel Society Limited registered as a charity?

Devon Diesel Society Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 16 January 1997 as charity number 1060193. It has been registered for 29 years.

Who runs Devon Diesel Society Limited?

Devon Diesel Society Limited is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is JONATHAN MORTON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Devon Diesel Society Limited operate?

Devon Diesel Society Limited operates in Devon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Devon Diesel Society Limited a registered charity?

Yes — Devon Diesel Society Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1060193.

Details

Address
78 Brantwood Drive
Paignton
TQ4 5HY
Registration Date
16 January 1997
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
1060193
Charity Number
1060193

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Trustees

JONATHAN MORTON Chair
Adam Howard
Chris Deacon
Derek Higgs
IAN MILLS
KARL DAVID ATKINSON
ROBERT ANTHONY EVANS

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30 July 2026
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