Moseley Railway Trust

Also known as: Moseley Industrial Narrow Gauge Railway Museum Trust Ltd

The trust operates the Apedale Valley Light Railway and is developing a narrow gauge railway museum at Apedale Heritage Centre, Chesterton, Staffordshire.

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Activities & Mission

The trust operates the Apedale Valley Light Railway and is developing a narrow gauge railway museum at Apedale Heritage Centre, Chesterton, Staffordshire.

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

Staffordshire Stoke-on-trent City

Financial Information

Latest Income

£272,475

Latest Expenditure

£241,856

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 88.8%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 88.8%

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 2024.

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 Year	Income	Expenditure	Staff
2024	£272,475	£241,856	0 / 50
2023	£81,128	£66,898	0 / 75
2022	£96,936	£69,238	0 / 55
2021	£64,837	£61,033	0 / 61
2020	£90,717	£177,707	0 / 58

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Frequently asked questions about Moseley Railway Trust

What does Moseley Railway Trust do?

The trust operates the Apedale Valley Light Railway and is developing a narrow gauge railway museum at Apedale Heritage Centre, Chesterton, Staffordshire.

How much income did Moseley Railway Trust report in 2024?

Moseley Railway Trust reported total income of £272k and reported expenditure of £242k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Moseley Railway Trust registered as a charity?

Moseley Railway Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 20 November 2003 as charity number 1100827. It has been registered for 23 years.

Who runs Moseley Railway Trust?

Moseley Railway Trust is governed by a board of 6 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Moseley Railway Trust operate?

Moseley Railway Trust operates across 2 areas: Staffordshire and Stoke-on-trent City.

Is Moseley Railway Trust a registered charity?

Yes — Moseley Railway Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1100827.