Ffestiniog Railway Society
Also known as: Cymdeithas Rheilffordd Ffestiniog
The Society's objects are to advance the education of the public through conservationof the Ffestiniog Railway for the public benefit and through the promotion and encouragement of voluntary work in support of the Ffestiniog Railway.
Activities & Mission
The Society's objects are to advance the education of the public through conservationof the Ffestiniog Railway for the public benefit and through the promotion and encouragement of voluntary work in support of the Ffestiniog Railway.
Grants
Ffestiniog Railway Society is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £803,553
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- education and training and the environment, conservation, or heritage
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £424,760 | £803,553 | 0 / 13 | |||
| 2024 | £503,830 | £766,086 | £766,086 | £2,769,409 | £2,769,409 | 0 / 9 |
| 2023 | £1,315,265 | £601,599 | £589,850 | £3,031,665 | £551,597 | 0 / 8 |
| 2022 | £1,089,397 | £364,641 | £322,429 | £2,317,999 | £660,134 | 0 / 6 |
| 2021 | £635,257 | £363,908 | £323,240 | £1,593,243 | £702,769 | 0 / 6 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Ffestiniog Railway Society
What does Ffestiniog Railway Society do?
The Society's objects are to advance the education of the public through conservationof the Ffestiniog Railway for the public benefit and through the promotion and encouragement of voluntary work in support of the Ffestiniog Railway.
How much income did Ffestiniog Railway Society report in 2025?
Ffestiniog Railway Society reported total income of £425k and reported expenditure of £804k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Ffestiniog Railway Society registered as a charity?
Ffestiniog Railway Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 August 1997 as charity number 1064178. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs Ffestiniog Railway Society?
Ffestiniog Railway Society is governed by a board of 11 trustees. The chair of trustees is GRAHAM COLE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Ffestiniog Railway Society operate?
Ffestiniog Railway Society operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Ffestiniog Railway Society a registered charity?
Yes — Ffestiniog Railway Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1064178.
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Registry Information
Trustees
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Also Known As
- Cymdeithas Rheilffordd Ffestiniog
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated