South Devon Railway Trust
Also known as: Dumbleton Hall Locomotive Limited
Operates a heritage railway between Buckfastleigh and Totnes (Riverside) in the manner of the former Great Western Railway and British Railways Western Region with reference to a period ending in the mid nineteen sixties.
Activities & Mission
Operates a heritage railway between Buckfastleigh and Totnes (Riverside) in the manner of the former Great Western Railway and British Railways Western Region with reference to a period ending in the mid nineteen sixties.
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 Information
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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 2024.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £94,330 | £241,369 | 0 / 500 | |||
| 2023 | £103,204 | £241,280 | 0 / 500 | |||
| 2022 | £95,875 | £140,638 | 0 / 600 | |||
| 2021 | £656,394 | £434,017 | £427,507 | £3,394,280 | £257,800 | 0 / 600 |
| 2020 | £950,273 | £906,733 | £762,233 | £3,171,903 | £257,800 | 8 / 525 |
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Frequently asked questions about South Devon Railway Trust
What does South Devon Railway Trust do?
Operates a heritage railway between Buckfastleigh and Totnes (Riverside) in the manner of the former Great Western Railway and British Railways Western Region with reference to a period ending in the mid nineteen sixties.
How much income did South Devon Railway Trust report in 2024?
South Devon Railway Trust reported total income of £94k and reported expenditure of £241k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was South Devon Railway Trust registered as a charity?
South Devon Railway Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 8 November 1988 as charity number 800299. It has been registered for 38 years.
Who runs South Devon Railway Trust?
South Devon Railway Trust is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is JON MORTON. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does South Devon Railway Trust operate?
South Devon Railway Trust operates in Devon, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is South Devon Railway Trust a registered charity?
Yes — South Devon Railway Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 800299.
Details
THE STATION
DART BRIDGE ROAD
BUCKFASTLEIGH
TQ11 0DZ
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Also Known As
- Dumbleton Hall Locomotive Limited
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- 30 July 2026
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