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downs light railway trust

The charity supports children and young people, other charities or voluntary bodies, and the general public. Downs Light Railway Trust is a registered charity whose purpose is general charitable purposes. It delivers its work by providing buildings, facilities, or open space. The charity is based in Worcestershire and operates in England And Wales.


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

The Downs Light Railway Trust furthers the education of young people aged from 7 years and upwards in practical engineering mediums and railway operation, preserving the world's oldest private miniature railway. These activities promotion of youth engagement and career opportunities for young people in heritage and national railways, and other STEM related industries.

Fundraising

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£2,463
Latest Expenditure
£4,617

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 187.5%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 187.5%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024£2,463£4,6170 / 11
2023£63,735£5,5260 / 8
2022£8,555£00 / 0

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers