East Lancashire Railway Trust Limited
The charity aims to educate the public on technical matters relating to railways, their construction and maintenance, engines, steam tractions and engineering skills and the importance of the railway in the industrial and social history of the towns and villages on the line from Heywood to Rawtenstall.
Activities & Mission
The charity aims to educate the public on technical matters relating to railways, their construction and maintenance, engines, steam tractions and engineering skills and the importance of the railway in the industrial and social history of the towns and villages on the line from Heywood to Rawtenstall.
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 Information
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £86,588 | £97,128 | 0 / 35 | |||
| 2024 | £72,523 | £206,513 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2023 | £49,629 | £155,730 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2022 | £50,281 | £63,704 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £50,295 | £332,923 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about East Lancashire Railway Trust Limited
What does East Lancashire Railway Trust Limited do?
The charity aims to educate the public on technical matters relating to railways, their construction and maintenance, engines, steam tractions and engineering skills and the importance of the railway in the industrial and social history of the towns and villages on the line from Heywood to Rawtenstall.
How much income did East Lancashire Railway Trust Limited report in 2025?
East Lancashire Railway Trust Limited reported total income of £87k and reported expenditure of £97k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was East Lancashire Railway Trust Limited registered as a charity?
East Lancashire Railway Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 31 January 1989 as charity number 701034. It has been registered for 37 years.
Who runs East Lancashire Railway Trust Limited?
East Lancashire Railway Trust Limited is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is BRIAN JOHN DAVIES JP. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does East Lancashire Railway Trust Limited operate?
East Lancashire Railway Trust Limited operates across 3 areas: Bury, Lancashire and Rochdale.
Is East Lancashire Railway Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — East Lancashire Railway Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 701034.
Details
TOWN HALL
KNOWSLEY STREET
BURY
BL9 0SW
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