Royal Scot Locomotive & General Trust
To advance the education of the public by the acquisition, restoration, preservation, exhibition or operation of LMS Steam Locomotive 6100 'Royal Scot' and other steam locomotives, rolling stock, equipment and artefacts, relics, documents and records of historic interest as the trustees may from time to time decide.
Activities & Mission
To advance the education of the public by the acquisition, restoration, preservation, exhibition or operation of LMS Steam Locomotive 6100 'Royal Scot' and other steam locomotives, rolling stock, equipment and artefacts, relics, documents and records of historic interest as the trustees may from time to time decide.
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 34% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 1335). How is this calculated?
Higher than 66% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 76% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Financial Trend
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 | £8,745,305 | £7,025,713 | £7,002,742 | £36,140,125 | £5,857,066 | 43 / 25 |
| 2024 | £13,868,403 | £7,385,127 | £7,368,417 | £36,078,830 | £1,537,780 | 44 / 30 |
| 2023 | £6,074,580 | £11,193,747 | £7,862,932 | £27,937,257 | £2,080,301 | 50 / 15 |
| 2022 | £10,023,482 | £13,501,026 | £13,419,164 | £33,056,424 | £1,602,414 | 42 / 15 |
| 2021 | £8,583,258 | £4,469,888 | £4,405,671 | £36,533,968 | £37,318,927 | 42 / 15 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about Royal Scot Locomotive & General Trust
What does Royal Scot Locomotive & General Trust do?
To advance the education of the public by the acquisition, restoration, preservation, exhibition or operation of LMS Steam Locomotive 6100 'Royal Scot' and other steam locomotives, rolling stock, equipment and artefacts, relics, documents and records of historic interest as the trustees may from time to time decide.
How much income did Royal Scot Locomotive & General Trust report in 2025?
Royal Scot Locomotive & General Trust reported total income of £8.75m and reported expenditure of £7.03m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Royal Scot Locomotive & General Trust?
Royal Scot Locomotive & General Trust has a program ratio of 85.5%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 34% of UK Charitable activities charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 1335 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Royal Scot Locomotive & General Trust registered as a charity?
Royal Scot Locomotive & General Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 30 December 2010 as charity number 1139588. It has been registered for 16 years.
Who runs Royal Scot Locomotive & General Trust?
Royal Scot Locomotive & General Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is JEREMY JOHN HOSKING. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Royal Scot Locomotive & General Trust operate?
Royal Scot Locomotive & General Trust operates in Scotland, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Royal Scot Locomotive & General Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Royal Scot Locomotive & General Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1139588.
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Bradford-on-Avon
BA15 1JU
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