Midland Railway Trust Limited
Also known as: The Midland Railway Company Limited, Midland Railway - Butterley
Preservation of transport artifacts, particularily those relating to road and rail transport and the provision of train services to visitors.
Activities & Mission
Preservation of transport artifacts, particularily those relating to road and rail transport and the provision of train services to visitors.
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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 | £615,111 | £543,830 | £362,924 | £5,055,285 | £449,859 | 3 / 100 |
| 2024 | £508,654 | £512,696 | £353,853 | £4,982,247 | £303,124 | 4 / 544 |
| 2023 | £555,408 | £870,183 | £664,401 | £4,985,338 | £200,963 | 4 / 541 |
| 2022 | £453,699 | £591,020 | 0 / 98 | |||
| 2021 | £433,288 | £490,415 | 0 / 93 |
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Frequently asked questions about Midland Railway Trust Limited
What does Midland Railway Trust Limited do?
Preservation of transport artifacts, particularily those relating to road and rail transport and the provision of train services to visitors.
How much income did Midland Railway Trust Limited report in 2025?
Midland Railway Trust Limited reported total income of £615k and reported expenditure of £544k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Midland Railway Trust Limited registered as a charity?
Midland Railway Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 22 March 1973 as charity number 502278. It has been registered for 53 years.
Who runs Midland Railway Trust Limited?
Midland Railway Trust Limited is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Richard John Ward. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Midland Railway Trust Limited operate?
Midland Railway Trust Limited operates in Derbyshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Midland Railway Trust Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Midland Railway Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 502278.
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Also Known As
- The Midland Railway Company Limited
- Midland Railway - Butterley
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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