National Transport Trust

Also known as: Nationaltransport Trust, The Transport Trust

WE ARE THE HUB OF THE UK TRANSPORT PRESERVATION MOVEMENT, WE MAKE AWARDS AND GRANTS FOR RESTORATION PROJECTS; RECOGNISE INDIVIDUAL ACHIEVEMENT AND CONTRIBUTION; ENCOURAGE THE INVOLVEMENT OF YOUNG PEOPLE IN RESTORATION PROJECTS; ADVISE AND ASSIST NATIONAL BODIES ON HERITAGE AND PRESERVATION; MARK AND EDUCATE ON SITES OF HISTORICAL TRANSPORT SIGNIFICANCE.

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Activities & Mission

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.

Country

Scotland

Region

England And Wales

Financial Information

Latest Income

£50,343

Latest Expenditure

£63,389

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 125.9%

% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Expenditure Ratio 125.9%

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.

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
2025	£50,343	£63,389	0 / 7
2024	£51,073	£66,770	0 / 14
2023	£139,132	£62,949	0 / 4
2022	£36,555	£52,923	0 / 6
2021	£34,755	£57,833	0 / 5

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about National Transport Trust

What does National Transport Trust do?

How much income did National Transport Trust report in 2025?

National Transport Trust reported total income of £50k and reported expenditure of £63k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was National Transport Trust registered as a charity?

National Transport Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 September 1980 as charity number 280943. It has been registered for 46 years.

Who runs National Transport Trust?

National Transport Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is STUART ANDREW WILKINSON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does National Transport Trust operate?

National Transport Trust operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.

Is National Transport Trust a registered charity?

Yes — National Transport Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 280943.