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East Lancashire Railway Preservation Society Limited

Also known as: Elrps, Elrps Ltd

The preservation of the ex-British Railways branch line between Rawtenstall and Castleton Junction via Bury together with locomotives, rolling stock and buildings.

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Activities & Mission

The preservation of the ex-British Railways branch line between Rawtenstall and Castleton Junction via Bury together with locomotives, rolling stock and buildings.

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
£56,019
Latest Expenditure
£53,308

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 95.2%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 95.2%
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 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£56,019
£53,3080 / 6
2023
£99,036
£44,6190 / 300
2022
£59,854
£27,2580 / 700
2021
£60,215
£28,3890 / 750

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Frequently asked questions about East Lancashire Railway Preservation Society Limited

What does East Lancashire Railway Preservation Society Limited do?

The preservation of the ex-British Railways branch line between Rawtenstall and Castleton Junction via Bury together with locomotives, rolling stock and buildings.

How much income did East Lancashire Railway Preservation Society Limited report in 2024?

East Lancashire Railway Preservation Society Limited reported total income of £56k and reported expenditure of £53k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was East Lancashire Railway Preservation Society Limited registered as a charity?

East Lancashire Railway Preservation Society Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 July 2020 as charity number 1190609. It has been registered for 6 years.

Who runs East Lancashire Railway Preservation Society Limited?

East Lancashire Railway Preservation Society Limited is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is Ian David Aspey. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does East Lancashire Railway Preservation Society Limited operate?

East Lancashire Railway Preservation Society Limited operates in Bury, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is East Lancashire Railway Preservation Society Limited a registered charity?

Yes — East Lancashire Railway Preservation Society Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1190609.

Details

Address
33 Croft Meadow
Bamber Bridge
PRESTON
PR5 8HX
Registration Date
28 July 2020
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5164142
Charity Number
1190609

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Trustees

Ian David Aspey Chair
DAVID ALAN WRIGHT
DONALD VAUSE
GERALD ATHERTON
Glen Newport
John Garton Tate
Keith Michael Shilton
Louise Newport
Michael John Wood
Nigel Frank Barnes
Peter William Colpman

Sectors & Classifications

Also Known As

  • Elrps
  • Elrps Ltd

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