Nene Valley Railway
Also known as: Nene Valley Railway Limited, Nvr
The charity promotes the permanent preservation of lines, locomotives, rolling stock, buildings and equipment of railway interest of actual or potential historic or scientific importance and educational value. These items to be exhibited to members of the public and, where possible, operated to demonstrate the working and operation of railways in general and some aspects in particular.
Activities & Mission
The charity promotes the permanent preservation of lines, locomotives, rolling stock, buildings and equipment of railway interest of actual or potential historic or scientific importance and educational value. These items to be exhibited to members of the public and, where possible, operated to demonstrate the working and operation of railways in general and some aspects in particular.
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
Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Higher than 71% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 344). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 95% of UK Heritage 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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £1,121,445 | £1,065,037 | £1,065,037 | £2,392,127 | £0 | 12 / 250 |
| 2024 | £1,197,975 | £1,458,314 | £1,458,314 | £2,159,226 | £0 | 12 / 220 |
| 2023 | £1,056,489 | £1,299,734 | £1,195,847 | £2,315,673 | £0 | 16 / 300 |
| 2022 | £1,419,015 | £1,157,867 | £1,157,867 | £2,573,534 | £2,092,222 | 14 / 330 |
| 2021 | £734,117 | £876,034 | £833,910 | £2,304,495 | £1,773,014 | 17 / 250 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Nene Valley Railway
What does Nene Valley Railway do?
The charity promotes the permanent preservation of lines, locomotives, rolling stock, buildings and equipment of railway interest of actual or potential historic or scientific importance and educational value. These items to be exhibited to members of the public and, where possible, operated to demonstrate the working and operation of railways in general and some aspects in particular.
How much income did Nene Valley Railway report in 2025?
Nene Valley Railway reported total income of £1.12m and reported expenditure of £1.07m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Nene Valley Railway?
Nene Valley Railway has a program ratio of 95.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 71% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 344 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Nene Valley Railway registered as a charity?
Nene Valley Railway was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 February 1972 as charity number 263617. It has been registered for 54 years.
Who runs Nene Valley Railway?
Nene Valley Railway is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Michael David Purcell. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Nene Valley Railway operate?
Nene Valley Railway operates in Cambridgeshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Nene Valley Railway a registered charity?
Yes — Nene Valley Railway is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 263617.
Details
Wansford Station
Old Great North Road
Stibbington
PETERBOROUGH
PE8 6LR
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Also Known As
- Nene Valley Railway Limited
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 14 May 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated