Eden Valley Railway Trust
Also known as: The Eden Valley Railway Trust Limited
To acquire, rebuild and preserve, the trackbed, buildings, structures and associated land of the former Eden Valley Railway between Kirkby Stephen and Penrith in the County of Cumbria, and of the former SDLU Railway between Barnard Castle in the County of Durham and Tebay in the County of Cumbria and the former railway between Barnard Castle and Darlington in County Durham.
Activities & Mission
To acquire, rebuild and preserve, the trackbed, buildings, structures and associated land of the former Eden Valley Railway between Kirkby Stephen and Penrith in the County of Cumbria, and of the former SDLU Railway between Barnard Castle in the County of Durham and Tebay in the County of Cumbria and the former railway between Barnard Castle and Darlington in County Durham.
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
Financial Trend
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 | £34,451 | £26,988 | 0 / 12 | |||
| 2024 | £19,859 | £23,850 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2023 | £40,693 | £17,620 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2022 | £31,442 | £18,786 | 0 / 10 | |||
| 2021 | £17,495 | £17,868 | 0 / 10 |
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Frequently asked questions about Eden Valley Railway Trust
What does Eden Valley Railway Trust do?
To acquire, rebuild and preserve, the trackbed, buildings, structures and associated land of the former Eden Valley Railway between Kirkby Stephen and Penrith in the County of Cumbria, and of the former SDLU Railway between Barnard Castle in the County of Durham and Tebay in the County of Cumbria and the former railway between Barnard Castle and Darlington in County Durham.
How much income did Eden Valley Railway Trust report in 2025?
Eden Valley Railway Trust reported total income of £34k and reported expenditure of £27k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Eden Valley Railway Trust registered as a charity?
Eden Valley Railway Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 April 1996 as charity number 1054760. It has been registered for 30 years.
Who runs Eden Valley Railway Trust?
Eden Valley Railway Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is ROBERT GILES SANDLAND BA HONS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Eden Valley Railway Trust operate?
Eden Valley Railway Trust operates in Cumbria, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Eden Valley Railway Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Eden Valley Railway Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1054760.
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- The Eden Valley Railway Trust Limited
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- 30 July 2026
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