Online Transport Archive
The archiving and preservation of transport related film, video and photographic material
Activities & Mission
The archiving and preservation of transport related film, video and photographic material
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.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 40% of UK Arts charities with income £10K to £100K (sample: 47). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £10K to £100K. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 43% of UK Arts charities with income £10K to £100K. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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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 | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £36,068 | £32,400 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2024 | £35,722 | £31,567 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2023 | £650,507 | £27,815 | £27,815 | £651,609 | £651,609 | 0 / 30 |
| 2022 | £21,917 | £23,243 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2021 | £23,300 | £22,810 | 0 / 25 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Online Transport Archive
What does Online Transport Archive do?
The archiving and preservation of transport related film, video and photographic material
How much income did Online Transport Archive report in 2025?
Online Transport Archive reported total income of £36k and reported expenditure of £32k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Online Transport Archive?
Online Transport Archive has a program ratio of 4.3%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 40% of UK Arts charities with income £10K to £100K (sample of 47 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Online Transport Archive registered as a charity?
Online Transport Archive was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 January 2004 as charity number 1101785. It has been registered for 22 years.
Who runs Online Transport Archive?
Online Transport Archive is governed by a board of 10 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr CHARLES CHRISTOPHER ROBERTS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Online Transport Archive operate?
Online Transport Archive operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is Online Transport Archive a registered charity?
Yes — Online Transport Archive is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1101785.
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- 14 May 2026
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