Ribble Steam Railway Limited
Also known as: Steamport Southport Limited, Ribble Steam Railway
Ribble Steam Railway Ltd operates a heritage railway in Preston Lancashire which includes an accredited museum with railway locomotives and other historic items on display.
Activities & Mission
Ribble Steam Railway Ltd operates a heritage railway in Preston Lancashire which includes an accredited museum with railway locomotives and other historic items on display.
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
Financial Trend
Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £302,554 | £301,668 | 0 / 90 | |||
| 2023 | £349,107 | £283,714 | 0 / 80 | |||
| 2022 | £258,829 | £260,976 | 0 / 90 | |||
| 2021 | £404,041 | £388,847 | 0 / 85 | |||
| 2020 | £133,751 | £179,859 | 0 / 80 |
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Frequently asked questions about Ribble Steam Railway Limited
What does Ribble Steam Railway Limited do?
Ribble Steam Railway Ltd operates a heritage railway in Preston Lancashire which includes an accredited museum with railway locomotives and other historic items on display.
How much income did Ribble Steam Railway Limited report in 2024?
Ribble Steam Railway Limited reported total income of £303k and reported expenditure of £302k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Ribble Steam Railway Limited registered as a charity?
Ribble Steam Railway Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 23 February 1978 as charity number 507266. It has been registered for 48 years.
Who runs Ribble Steam Railway Limited?
Ribble Steam Railway Limited is governed by a board of 11 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Ribble Steam Railway Limited operate?
Ribble Steam Railway Limited operates in Lancashire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Ribble Steam Railway Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Ribble Steam Railway Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 507266.
Details
Chain Caul Road
Ashton-On-Ribble
PRESTON
PR2 2PD
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Steamport Southport Limited
- Ribble Steam Railway
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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