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Dogdyke Pumping Station Preservation Trust

The Trust promotes the preservation and demonstration for public benefit of the steam-operated land drainage station built in 1855. It is the only known example of a working steam-operated scoop-wheel pump. It is situated in the parish of Tattershall, Lincs. The Trust promotes education in land drainage, the human impact on the natural environment, industrial archaeology & mechanical engineering.

Activities & Mission

The Trust promotes the preservation and demonstration for public benefit of the steam-operated land drainage station built in 1855. It is the only known example of a working steam-operated scoop-wheel pump. It is situated in the parish of Tattershall, Lincs. The Trust promotes education in land drainage, the human impact on the natural environment, industrial archaeology & mechanical engineering.

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
£14,610
Latest Expenditure
£12,545

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 85.9%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 85.9%
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
£14,610
£12,5450 / 29
2024
£16,096
£7,2720 / 27
2023
£15,449
£10,8420 / 26
2022
£13,189
£4,9800 / 26
2021
£24,873
£6,8330 / 25

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Dogdyke Pumping Station Preservation Trust

What does Dogdyke Pumping Station Preservation Trust do?

The Trust promotes the preservation and demonstration for public benefit of the steam-operated land drainage station built in 1855. It is the only known example of a working steam-operated scoop-wheel pump. It is situated in the parish of Tattershall, Lincs. The Trust promotes education in land drainage, the human impact on the natural environment, industrial archaeology & mechanical engineering.

How much income did Dogdyke Pumping Station Preservation Trust report in 2025?

Dogdyke Pumping Station Preservation Trust reported total income of £15k and reported expenditure of £13k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Dogdyke Pumping Station Preservation Trust registered as a charity?

Dogdyke Pumping Station Preservation Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 July 2018 as charity number 1179243. It has been registered for 8 years.

Who runs Dogdyke Pumping Station Preservation Trust?

Dogdyke Pumping Station Preservation Trust is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is DAVID RODERICK START. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Dogdyke Pumping Station Preservation Trust operate?

Dogdyke Pumping Station Preservation Trust operates in Lincolnshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Dogdyke Pumping Station Preservation Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Dogdyke Pumping Station Preservation Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1179243.

Details

Address
The Rise
Valley Lane
Swaby
ALFORD
Lincolnshire
LN13 0BH
Registration Date
18 July 2018
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5117754
Charity Number
1179243

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Trustees

DAVID RODERICK START Chair
Also governs 1 other charity
ALAN RICHARD GARDNER C ENG FICE
HAROLD DAVID HILL
Richard Sivill
STEPHEN JOHN BETTERIDGE MICE
Also governs 1 other charity
TERENCE WILLIAMS LLB HONS

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