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Friends Of Ilkley Rail Station

We have now hosted two successful Christmas Time "Music on the Station" Events. Each event being used to collect monies for the CandleLighters Charity.In addition we have also enhanced the appearance of Ilkley Rail Station by providing Five Containers which have been planted up by five local schools.

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Activities & Mission

We have now hosted two successful Christmas Time "Music on the Station" Events. Each event being used to collect monies for the CandleLighters Charity.In addition we have also enhanced the appearance of Ilkley Rail Station by providing Five Containers which have been planted up by five local schools.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£6,389
Latest Expenditure
£4,342

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 68.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 68.0%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

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 YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£6,389
£4,3420 / 0
2024
£0
£1,0300 / 2
2023
£2,000
£1,6260 / 0
2022
£5,020
£8300 / 3

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Frequently asked questions about Friends Of Ilkley Rail Station

What does Friends Of Ilkley Rail Station do?

We have now hosted two successful Christmas Time "Music on the Station" Events. Each event being used to collect monies for the CandleLighters Charity.In addition we have also enhanced the appearance of Ilkley Rail Station by providing Five Containers which have been planted up by five local schools.

How much income did Friends Of Ilkley Rail Station report in 2025?

Friends Of Ilkley Rail Station reported total income of £6k and reported expenditure of £4k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Friends Of Ilkley Rail Station registered as a charity?

Friends Of Ilkley Rail Station was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 December 2021 as charity number 1197227. It has been registered for 5 years.

Who runs Friends Of Ilkley Rail Station?

Friends Of Ilkley Rail Station is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is Stephen Russell Thornton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Friends Of Ilkley Rail Station operate?

Friends Of Ilkley Rail Station operates across 2 areas: Bradford City and Leeds City.

Is Friends Of Ilkley Rail Station a registered charity?

Yes — Friends Of Ilkley Rail Station is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1197227.

Details

Address
NORTHERN ILKLEY RAILWAY
STATION ROAD
ILKLEY
LS29 8HF
Website
FOIRS.co.uk
Registration Date
20 December 2021
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5187927
Charity Number
1197227

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Trustees

Stephen Russell Thornton Chair
Catherine Cheater
Julia Collington
Robert William Hartley

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