Midland And Great Northern Joint Railway Society
Also known as: M&gn Society, The Poppy Line Trust
A professional charitable organisation, adding historical value to the knowledge of the general public about the Midland and Great Northern Joint Railway and heritage railways in general, in a manner which is both educational and fun for the members and the general public.
Activities & Mission
A professional charitable organisation, adding historical value to the knowledge of the general public about the Midland and Great Northern Joint Railway and heritage railways in general, in a manner which is both educational and fun for the members and the general public.
Grants
Midland And Great Northern Joint Railway Society makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations and individuals
- Grants paid (2024)
- £13,001
- Who it helps
- other defined groups and the general public
- What it supports
- general charitable purposes, 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 | £304,536 | £585,946 | 0 / 81 | |||
| 2024 | £581,001 | £449,950 | £437,805 | £3,287,717 | £810,248 | 0 / 104 |
| 2023 | £314,514 | £207,023 | 0 / 153 | |||
| 2022 | £321,361 | £169,575 | 0 / 121 | |||
| 2021 | £276,515 | £265,368 | 0 / 118 |
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Frequently asked questions about Midland And Great Northern Joint Railway Society
What does Midland And Great Northern Joint Railway Society do?
A professional charitable organisation, adding historical value to the knowledge of the general public about the Midland and Great Northern Joint Railway and heritage railways in general, in a manner which is both educational and fun for the members and the general public.
How much income did Midland And Great Northern Joint Railway Society report in 2025?
Midland And Great Northern Joint Railway Society reported total income of £305k and reported expenditure of £586k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Midland And Great Northern Joint Railway Society registered as a charity?
Midland And Great Northern Joint Railway Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 July 1997 as charity number 1063676. It has been registered for 29 years.
Who runs Midland And Great Northern Joint Railway Society?
Midland And Great Northern Joint Railway Society is governed by a board of 12 trustees. The chair of trustees is David James Ballard. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Midland And Great Northern Joint Railway Society operate?
Midland And Great Northern Joint Railway Society operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Midland And Great Northern Joint Railway Society a registered charity?
Yes — Midland And Great Northern Joint Railway Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1063676.
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STATION APPROACH
SHERINGHAM
NORFOLK
NR26 8RA
Registry Information
Trustees
Also Known As
- M&gn Society
- The Poppy Line Trust
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 13 October 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated