East Anglian Railway Museum
To advance the education of the public with regard to railways in particular by collecting,preserving, interpreting, documenting material evidence and associated information for the public benefit by the maintenance of a museum for items of historic railway interest from the Eastern Counties at Chappel & Wakes Colne Station, and the operation of a demonstration railway and associated crafts.
Activities & Mission
To advance the education of the public with regard to railways in particular by collecting,preserving, interpreting, documenting material evidence and associated information for the public benefit by the maintenance of a museum for items of historic railway interest from the Eastern Counties at Chappel & Wakes Colne Station, and the operation of a demonstration railway and associated crafts.
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 4% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 392). How is this calculated?
Higher than 3% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 2% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £325,200 | £127,770 | 0 / 85 | |||
| 2023 | £332,146 | £136,831 | 0 / 130 | |||
| 2022 | £310,987 | £295,349 | 0 / 150 | |||
| 2021 | £359,758 | £343,223 | 0 / 150 | |||
| 2020 | £721,655 | £374,060 | £12,176 | £1,813,778 | £603,122 | 9 / 150 |
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Frequently asked questions about East Anglian Railway Museum
What does East Anglian Railway Museum do?
To advance the education of the public with regard to railways in particular by collecting,preserving, interpreting, documenting material evidence and associated information for the public benefit by the maintenance of a museum for items of historic railway interest from the Eastern Counties at Chappel & Wakes Colne Station, and the operation of a demonstration railway and associated crafts.
How much income did East Anglian Railway Museum report in 2024?
East Anglian Railway Museum reported total income of £325k and reported expenditure of £128k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is East Anglian Railway Museum?
East Anglian Railway Museum has a program ratio of 1.7%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 4% of UK Heritage charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 392 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was East Anglian Railway Museum registered as a charity?
East Anglian Railway Museum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 January 1991 as charity number 1001579. It has been registered for 35 years.
Who runs East Anglian Railway Museum?
East Anglian Railway Museum is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is PETER MARTIN. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does East Anglian Railway Museum operate?
East Anglian Railway Museum operates across 8 areas, including Cambridgeshire, City Of London, Essex and 5 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is East Anglian Railway Museum a registered charity?
Yes — East Anglian Railway Museum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1001579.
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