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East Lancashire Railway Holdings Company Limited

Also known as: Elrh

To preserve, restore and operate the railway lines, together with such lands and buildings adjacentthereto in Greater Manchester and Lancashire and in particular the East Lancashire Railway line, forthe 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

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Activities & Mission

To preserve, restore and operate the railway lines, together with such lands and buildings adjacentthereto in Greater Manchester and Lancashire and in particular the East Lancashire Railway line, forthe 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

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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£68,373
Latest Expenditure
£38,227

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 55.9%
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.

One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£68,373
£38,2270 / 0
2024
£15,043
£13,5020 / 0
2021
£19,057
£19,0570 / 0

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Frequently asked questions about East Lancashire Railway Holdings Company Limited

What does East Lancashire Railway Holdings Company Limited do?

To preserve, restore and operate the railway lines, together with such lands and buildings adjacentthereto in Greater Manchester and Lancashire and in particular the East Lancashire Railway line, forthe 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 Railway Holdings Company Limited report in 2025?

East Lancashire Railway Holdings Company Limited reported total income of £68k and reported expenditure of £38k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was East Lancashire Railway Holdings Company Limited registered as a charity?

East Lancashire Railway Holdings Company Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 December 2004 as charity number 1107332. It has been registered for 22 years.

Who runs East Lancashire Railway Holdings Company Limited?

East Lancashire Railway Holdings 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 Railway Holdings Company Limited operate?

East Lancashire Railway Holdings Company Limited operates across 3 areas: Bury, Lancashire and Rochdale.

Is East Lancashire Railway Holdings Company Limited a registered charity?

Yes — East Lancashire Railway Holdings Company Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1107332.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
17 December 2004
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4010393
Charity Number
1107332

Trustees

ALAN LEE
Also governs 1 other charity
Carl Phillips
DAVID STEPHEN LAYLAND
Gary Thomas
GRAHAM THORNTON
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Keith Whitmore
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RICHARD LAW
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Robert Chapman
Sean Lea

Also Known As

  • Elrh

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