Rother Valley Railway Heritage Trust
RVRHT makes grants towards the reconstruction of the historic trackbed and structures on Col Stephens' Light Railway between Robertsbridge and Bodiam in Sussex
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RVRHT makes grants towards the reconstruction of the historic trackbed and structures on Col Stephens' Light Railway between Robertsbridge and Bodiam in Sussex
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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 | £523,834 | £454,886 | £426,667 | £9,188,839 | £1,969,434 | 0 / 40 |
| 2024 | £2,258,676 | £184,997 | £184,997 | £9,119,891 | £3,189,756 | 0 / 40 |
| 2023 | £2,172,759 | £160,466 | £160,466 | £7,046,633 | £2,187,639 | 0 / 30 |
| 2022 | £29,160 | £146,316 | 0 / 30 | |||
| 2021 | £939,943 | £128,307 | £128,307 | £5,151,496 | £5,044,906 | 0 / 30 |
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Frequently asked questions about Rother Valley Railway Heritage Trust
What does Rother Valley Railway Heritage Trust do?
RVRHT makes grants towards the reconstruction of the historic trackbed and structures on Col Stephens' Light Railway between Robertsbridge and Bodiam in Sussex
How much income did Rother Valley Railway Heritage Trust report in 2025?
Rother Valley Railway Heritage Trust reported total income of £524k and reported expenditure of £455k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Rother Valley Railway Heritage Trust registered as a charity?
Rother Valley Railway Heritage Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 September 2001 as charity number 1088452. It has been registered for 25 years.
Who runs Rother Valley Railway Heritage Trust?
Rother Valley Railway Heritage Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Rother Valley Railway Heritage Trust operate?
Rother Valley Railway Heritage Trust operates across 2 areas: East Sussex and Kent.
Is Rother Valley Railway Heritage Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Rother Valley Railway Heritage Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1088452.
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- 9 November 2026
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