Modern Electric Tramways Limited
Also known as: Modern Electric Tramways, Seaton Tramways
Seaton Tramway provides a link back to the heritage of branch lines and epitomizes the post-war development of domestic leisure and tourism. Today the Tramway has a unique role in connecting Seaton and the Jurassic Coast with the environmental assets of the Axe Valley.
Activities & Mission
Seaton Tramway provides a link back to the heritage of branch lines and epitomizes the post-war development of domestic leisure and tourism. Today the Tramway has a unique role in connecting Seaton and the Jurassic Coast with the environmental assets of the Axe Valley.
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
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 30% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 787). How is this calculated?
Higher than 15% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 7% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £2,049,126 | £2,269,816 | £1,640,794 | £5,969,399 | £0 | 59 / 59 |
| 2023 | £1,955,359 | £1,888,640 | £1,496,608 | £6,190,088 | £0 | 52 / 52 |
| 2022 | £1,621,698 | £1,861,954 | £1,490,264 | £6,123,369 | £6,022,370 | 51 / 33 |
| 2021 | £2,167,918 | £1,679,732 | £1,372,796 | £6,363,625 | £595,548 | 50 / 33 |
| 2020 | £1,460,297 | £1,191,598 | £991,377 | £5,875,439 | £440,018 | 48 / 38 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Modern Electric Tramways Limited
What does Modern Electric Tramways Limited do?
Seaton Tramway provides a link back to the heritage of branch lines and epitomizes the post-war development of domestic leisure and tourism. Today the Tramway has a unique role in connecting Seaton and the Jurassic Coast with the environmental assets of the Axe Valley.
How much income did Modern Electric Tramways Limited report in 2024?
Modern Electric Tramways Limited reported total income of £2.05m and reported expenditure of £2.27m for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Modern Electric Tramways Limited?
Modern Electric Tramways Limited has a program ratio of 80.1%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 30% of UK Leisure charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 787 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Modern Electric Tramways Limited registered as a charity?
Modern Electric Tramways Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 October 2015 as charity number 1164157. It has been registered for 11 years.
Who runs Modern Electric Tramways Limited?
Modern Electric Tramways Limited is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is BRUCE CHARLES WARNES. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Modern Electric Tramways Limited operate?
Modern Electric Tramways Limited operates across 3 areas: Devon, Dorset and Somerset.
Is Modern Electric Tramways Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Modern Electric Tramways Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1164157.
Details
Riverside Depot
Harbour Road
Seaton
EX12 2NQ
Registry Information
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Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Modern Electric Tramways
- Seaton Tramways
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated