Famous Trains Model Railway
TO ADVANCE THE ENTERTAINMENT AND EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC VISITING MARKEATON PARK IN DERBY IN THE SUBJECTS OF RAILWAY HISTORY, DEVELOPMENT, ENGINEERING AND OPERATION, BY PROVIDING A 1:76 SCALE MODEL RAILWAY LAYOUT IN A BUILDING. TO HELP VOLUNTEERS GAIN APPROPRIATE SKILLS IN CARPENTRY, ELECTRIC CIRCUITS, ELECTRONICS AND MODELMAKING. TO RAISE FUNDS FOR REGISTERED CHARITY 1058991 RAILWAY CHILDREN.
Activities & Mission
TO ADVANCE THE ENTERTAINMENT AND EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC VISITING MARKEATON PARK IN DERBY IN THE SUBJECTS OF RAILWAY HISTORY, DEVELOPMENT, ENGINEERING AND OPERATION, BY PROVIDING A 1:76 SCALE MODEL RAILWAY LAYOUT IN A BUILDING. TO HELP VOLUNTEERS GAIN APPROPRIATE SKILLS IN CARPENTRY, ELECTRIC CIRCUITS, ELECTRONICS AND MODELMAKING. TO RAISE FUNDS FOR REGISTERED CHARITY 1058991 RAILWAY CHILDREN.
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Frequently asked questions about Famous Trains Model Railway
What does Famous Trains Model Railway do?
TO ADVANCE THE ENTERTAINMENT AND EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC VISITING MARKEATON PARK IN DERBY IN THE SUBJECTS OF RAILWAY HISTORY, DEVELOPMENT, ENGINEERING AND OPERATION, BY PROVIDING A 1:76 SCALE MODEL RAILWAY LAYOUT IN A BUILDING. TO HELP VOLUNTEERS GAIN APPROPRIATE SKILLS IN CARPENTRY, ELECTRIC CIRCUITS, ELECTRONICS AND MODELMAKING. TO RAISE FUNDS FOR REGISTERED CHARITY 1058991 RAILWAY CHILDREN.
When was Famous Trains Model Railway registered as a charity?
Famous Trains Model Railway was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 6 October 2008 as charity number 1126173. It has been registered for 18 years.
Who runs Famous Trains Model Railway?
Famous Trains Model Railway is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Famous Trains Model Railway operate?
Famous Trains Model Railway operates in Derby City, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Famous Trains Model Railway a registered charity?
Yes — Famous Trains Model Railway is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1126173.
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BURLEIGH DRIVE
DERBY
DE22 1AL
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