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Poppleton Community Railway Nursery

Also known as: Pcrn

(a) To advance horticulture for the public benefit in particular but not limited to the maintenance and development of the nursery; (b) To advance the education of the public in particular in horticulture, railway nurseries and the railway nursery site at Poppleton including the maintenance and development of the historical features of the nursery, including the narrow-gauge railway.

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Activities & Mission

(a) To advance horticulture for the public benefit in particular but not limited to the maintenance and development of the nursery; (b) To advance the education of the public in particular in horticulture, railway nurseries and the railway nursery site at Poppleton including the maintenance and development of the historical features of the nursery, including the narrow-gauge railway.

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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£16,401
Latest Expenditure
£21,051

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 128.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 128.4%
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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£16,401
£21,0510 / 30
2024
£20,195
£18,0520 / 30
2023
£18,724
£18,7900 / 30
2022
£18,156
£12,7270 / 30
2021
£15,873
£15,7510 / 30

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Frequently asked questions about Poppleton Community Railway Nursery

What does Poppleton Community Railway Nursery do?

(a) To advance horticulture for the public benefit in particular but not limited to the maintenance and development of the nursery; (b) To advance the education of the public in particular in horticulture, railway nurseries and the railway nursery site at Poppleton including the maintenance and development of the historical features of the nursery, including the narrow-gauge railway.

How much income did Poppleton Community Railway Nursery report in 2025?

Poppleton Community Railway Nursery reported total income of £16k and reported expenditure of £21k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was Poppleton Community Railway Nursery registered as a charity?

Poppleton Community Railway Nursery was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 27 July 2012 as charity number 1148341. It has been registered for 14 years.

Who runs Poppleton Community Railway Nursery?

Poppleton Community Railway Nursery is governed by a board of 6 trustees. The chair of trustees is Sue Glenton. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does Poppleton Community Railway Nursery operate?

Poppleton Community Railway Nursery operates across 3 areas: City Of York, East Riding Of Yorkshire and North Yorkshire.

Is Poppleton Community Railway Nursery a registered charity?

Yes — Poppleton Community Railway Nursery is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1148341.

Details

Address
POPPLETON COMMUNITY RAILWAY NURSERY
STATION ROAD
UPPER POPPLETON
YORK
YO26 6QA
Registration Date
27 July 2012
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5023319
Charity Number
1148341

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Trustees

Sue Glenton Chair
Dr Richard Harry Scott
Graham John Coombs
GRAHAM LAWRENCE COLLETT
Margaret Rose Graham
PAUL JONATHAN BOTTING

Also Known As

  • Pcrn

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