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Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Company

Also known as: Mid Suffolk Light Railway Museum

To advance the education of the public with regard to a history of Suffolk and the Mid-Suffolk Light Railway in particular by maintenance of a museum and by restoring and operating a demonstration railway, operations, equipment and engineering crafts.

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Activities & Mission

To advance the education of the public with regard to a history of Suffolk and the Mid-Suffolk Light Railway in particular by maintenance of a museum and by restoring and operating a demonstration railway, operations, equipment and engineering crafts.

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

Latest Income
£137,617
Latest Expenditure
£169,679

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 123.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 123.3%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£137,617
£169,6790 / 107
2024
£109,188
£141,4170 / 110
2023
£127,142
£159,4780 / 104
2022
£131,177
£94,0450 / 95
2021
£131,177
£94,0450 / 119

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Company

What does Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Company do?

To advance the education of the public with regard to a history of Suffolk and the Mid-Suffolk Light Railway in particular by maintenance of a museum and by restoring and operating a demonstration railway, operations, equipment and engineering crafts.

How much income did Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Company report in 2025?

Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Company reported total income of £138k and reported expenditure of £170k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Company registered as a charity?

Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Company was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 July 1997 as charity number 1063635. It has been registered for 29 years.

Who runs Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Company?

Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Company is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Company operate?

Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Company operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Company a registered charity?

Yes — Mid-Suffolk Light Railway Company is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1063635.

Details

Address
Brockford Station
Wetheringsett
Stowmarket
IP14 5PW
Registration Date
29 July 1997
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
3940805
Charity Number
1063635

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Trustees

David Michael Clayton
IAN MEIGH
Also governs 1 other charity
James Debenham
Paul Andrew Gedney
Peter Andrew Connor
PETER SIDNEY DODD
WAYNE STEVEN WICKS

Also Known As

  • Mid Suffolk Light Railway Museum

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