Friends Of Bennerley Viaduct
The Friends carry out conservation and improvement on and around the Grade II* listed Bennerley Viaduct on the Derbyshire-Nottinghamshire border. We inform the public through guided walks, talks, publications, exhibitions, outreach activities, social media and a website. Our work with schools delivers learning about local heritage. We raise funds for conservation and improved access to the site.
Activities & Mission
The Friends carry out conservation and improvement on and around the Grade II* listed Bennerley Viaduct on the Derbyshire-Nottinghamshire border. We inform the public through guided walks, talks, publications, exhibitions, outreach activities, social media and a website. Our work with schools delivers learning about local heritage. We raise funds for conservation and improved access to the site.
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 Efficiency
Higher than 5% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 962). How is this calculated?
Higher than 51% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 50% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £733,548 | £91,448 | £89,651 | £842,197 | £41,659 | 3 / 45 |
| 2024 | £268,396 | £148,048 | 0 / 58 | |||
| 2023 | £155,305 | £120,023 | 0 / 35 | |||
| 2022 | £42,242 | £30,535 | 0 / 60 | |||
| 2021 | £42,221 | £21,924 | 0 / 433 |
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Frequently asked questions about Friends Of Bennerley Viaduct
What does Friends Of Bennerley Viaduct do?
The Friends carry out conservation and improvement on and around the Grade II* listed Bennerley Viaduct on the Derbyshire-Nottinghamshire border. We inform the public through guided walks, talks, publications, exhibitions, outreach activities, social media and a website. Our work with schools delivers learning about local heritage. We raise funds for conservation and improved access to the site.
How much income did Friends Of Bennerley Viaduct report in 2025?
Friends Of Bennerley Viaduct reported total income of £734k and reported expenditure of £91k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Friends Of Bennerley Viaduct?
Friends Of Bennerley Viaduct has a program ratio of 12.2%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 5% of UK Arts charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 962 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Friends Of Bennerley Viaduct registered as a charity?
Friends Of Bennerley Viaduct was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 December 2019 as charity number 1187044. It has been registered for 7 years.
Who runs Friends Of Bennerley Viaduct?
Friends Of Bennerley Viaduct is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is James Dawson. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Friends Of Bennerley Viaduct operate?
Friends Of Bennerley Viaduct operates across 2 areas: Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire.
Is Friends Of Bennerley Viaduct a registered charity?
Yes — Friends Of Bennerley Viaduct is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1187044.
Details
5-9 HEANOR ROAD
ILKESTON
DERBYSHIRE
DE7 8DY
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