East Lancashire Light Railway Company Limited
To preserve, restore and operate the railway lines, together with such lands and buildings adjacent thereto in Greater Manchester and Lancashire and in particular the East Lancashire Railway line, for the advancement of technical, historical and general education and for the permanent preservation, of steam and other railway locomotives, rolling stock, road vehicles, equipment and relics.
Activities & Mission
To preserve, restore and operate the railway lines, together with such lands and buildings adjacent thereto in Greater Manchester and Lancashire and in particular the East Lancashire Railway line, for the advancement of technical, historical and general education and for the permanent preservation, of steam and other railway locomotives, rolling stock, road vehicles, equipment and relics.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 9% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 344). How is this calculated?
Higher than 4% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 3% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. (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 | £5,223,118 | £5,623,128 | £894,253 | £628,144 | £0 | 62 / 750 |
| 2023 | £5,538,367 | £5,914,221 | £1,011,991 | £1,028,152 | £0 | 64 / 782 |
| 2022 | £5,130,263 | £5,245,761 | £765,176 | £1,404,007 | £0 | 64 / 812 |
| 2021 | £4,572,583 | £4,018,557 | £1,091,412 | £1,525,116 | £0 | 58 / 777 |
| 2020 | £3,268,964 | £2,895,099 | £1,008,031 | £965,481 | £0 | 60 / 758 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about East Lancashire Light Railway Company Limited
What does East Lancashire Light Railway Company Limited do?
To preserve, restore and operate the railway lines, together with such lands and buildings adjacent thereto in Greater Manchester and Lancashire and in particular the East Lancashire Railway line, for the advancement of technical, historical and general education and for the permanent preservation, of steam and other railway locomotives, rolling stock, road vehicles, equipment and relics.
How much income did East Lancashire Light Railway Company Limited report in 2024?
East Lancashire Light Railway Company Limited reported total income of £5.22m and reported expenditure of £5.62m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is East Lancashire Light Railway Company Limited?
East Lancashire Light Railway Company Limited has a program ratio of 17.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 9% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 344 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was East Lancashire Light Railway Company Limited registered as a charity?
East Lancashire Light Railway Company Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 November 2019 as charity number 1186648. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs East Lancashire Light Railway Company Limited?
East Lancashire Light Railway Company Limited is governed by a board of 10 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does East Lancashire Light Railway Company Limited operate?
East Lancashire Light Railway Company Limited operates across 3 areas: Bury, Lancashire and Rochdale.
Is East Lancashire Light Railway Company Limited a registered charity?
Yes — East Lancashire Light Railway Company Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1186648.
Details
BOLTON STREET STATION
BOLTON STREET
BURY
BL9 0EY
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