Southwold Railway Trust
The Southwold Railway Trust exists to promote awareness of the heritage of the old Southwold Railway which closed in 1929, preserve any remaining artifacts of the railway and instigate re-instatement of the railway as a local community and public amenity connecting Southwold to the main line railway at Halesworth.
Activities & Mission
The Southwold Railway Trust exists to promote awareness of the heritage of the old Southwold Railway which closed in 1929, preserve any remaining artifacts of the railway and instigate re-instatement of the railway as a local community and public amenity connecting Southwold to the main line railway at Halesworth.
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 2025.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £25,755 | £36,498 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2024 | £75,294 | £25,244 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2023 | £100,266 | £22,777 | 0 / 25 | |||
| 2022 | £103,402 | £84,869 | 0 / 35 | |||
| 2021 | £85,668 | £17,580 | 0 / 30 |
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Frequently asked questions about Southwold Railway Trust
What does Southwold Railway Trust do?
The Southwold Railway Trust exists to promote awareness of the heritage of the old Southwold Railway which closed in 1929, preserve any remaining artifacts of the railway and instigate re-instatement of the railway as a local community and public amenity connecting Southwold to the main line railway at Halesworth.
How much income did Southwold Railway Trust report in 2025?
Southwold Railway Trust reported total income of £26k and reported expenditure of £36k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was Southwold Railway Trust registered as a charity?
Southwold Railway Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 28 November 2006 as charity number 1117041. It has been registered for 20 years.
Who runs Southwold Railway Trust?
Southwold Railway Trust is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is NICHOLAS CHARLES EVANS. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Southwold Railway Trust operate?
Southwold Railway Trust operates in Suffolk, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is Southwold Railway Trust a registered charity?
Yes — Southwold Railway Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1117041.
Details
The Old Gas Works Site
Blyth Road
Southwold
IP18 6AZ
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