Phyllis Rampton Narrow Gauge Railway Trust
The objectives shall be to preserve, exhibit, display and to loan for demonstration for the public benefit and for the advancement of technical, historical and general education, steam and other railway locomotives, rolling stock, equipment, machines and relics which are historical, operational and of general interest and in addition are of educational value.
Activities & Mission
The objectives shall be to preserve, exhibit, display and to loan for demonstration for the public benefit and for the advancement of technical, historical and general education, steam and other railway locomotives, rolling stock, equipment, machines and relics which are historical, operational and of general interest and in addition are of educational value.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 67% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 126). How is this calculated?
Higher than 43% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 33% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
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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 | £2,322,632 | £2,631,396 | £2,159,825 | £28,089,209 | £0 | 33 / 7 |
| 2024 | £2,285,673 | £1,991,787 | £1,673,048 | £26,436,006 | £0 | 35 / 5 |
| 2023 | £4,544,821 | £1,914,518 | £1,879,564 | £24,143,020 | £0 | 37 / 0 |
| 2022 | £11,443,757 | £1,496,993 | £1,309,471 | £21,227,255 | £0 | 40 / 0 |
| 2021 | £1,973,115 | £885,306 | £868,496 | £11,280,594 | £0 | 39 / 39 |
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Frequently asked questions about Phyllis Rampton Narrow Gauge Railway Trust
What does Phyllis Rampton Narrow Gauge Railway Trust do?
The objectives shall be to preserve, exhibit, display and to loan for demonstration for the public benefit and for the advancement of technical, historical and general education, steam and other railway locomotives, rolling stock, equipment, machines and relics which are historical, operational and of general interest and in addition are of educational value.
How much income did Phyllis Rampton Narrow Gauge Railway Trust report in 2025?
Phyllis Rampton Narrow Gauge Railway Trust reported total income of £2.32m and reported expenditure of £2.63m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Phyllis Rampton Narrow Gauge Railway Trust?
Phyllis Rampton Narrow Gauge Railway Trust has a program ratio of 93.0%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 67% of UK Heritage charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 126 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Phyllis Rampton Narrow Gauge Railway Trust registered as a charity?
Phyllis Rampton Narrow Gauge Railway Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 26 July 1985 as charity number 292240. It has been registered for 41 years.
Who runs Phyllis Rampton Narrow Gauge Railway Trust?
Phyllis Rampton Narrow Gauge Railway Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is MR N ACOMB. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Phyllis Rampton Narrow Gauge Railway Trust operate?
Phyllis Rampton Narrow Gauge Railway Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Phyllis Rampton Narrow Gauge Railway Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Phyllis Rampton Narrow Gauge Railway Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 292240.
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- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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