St Albans Signal Box Preservation Trust
St Albans South Signal Box is a working museum bringing railway and signal history to our visitors and educating younger members of our community in the dangers of trespassing on the railway. Regular open days and group visits continued. The opportunity to extend the artifacts on display in the box and its gardens through purchases and loans means there is always something new to see for visitors.
Activities & Mission
St Albans South Signal Box is a working museum bringing railway and signal history to our visitors and educating younger members of our community in the dangers of trespassing on the railway. Regular open days and group visits continued. The opportunity to extend the artifacts on display in the box and its gardens through purchases and loans means there is always something new to see for visitors.
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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.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £10,388 | £13,418 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2024 | £18,482 | £15,707 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2023 | £24,485 | £9,416 | 0 / 15 | |||
| 2022 | £21,647 | £15,798 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2021 | £15,536 | £5,473 | 0 / 20 |
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Frequently asked questions about St Albans Signal Box Preservation Trust
What does St Albans Signal Box Preservation Trust do?
St Albans South Signal Box is a working museum bringing railway and signal history to our visitors and educating younger members of our community in the dangers of trespassing on the railway. Regular open days and group visits continued. The opportunity to extend the artifacts on display in the box and its gardens through purchases and loans means there is always something new to see for visitors.
How much income did St Albans Signal Box Preservation Trust report in 2025?
St Albans Signal Box Preservation Trust reported total income of £10k and reported expenditure of £13k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was St Albans Signal Box Preservation Trust registered as a charity?
St Albans Signal Box Preservation Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 June 2004 as charity number 1104535. It has been registered for 22 years.
Who runs St Albans Signal Box Preservation Trust?
St Albans Signal Box Preservation Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. The chair of trustees is JOHN TELFORD. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does St Albans Signal Box Preservation Trust operate?
St Albans Signal Box Preservation Trust operates in Hertfordshire, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is St Albans Signal Box Preservation Trust a registered charity?
Yes — St Albans Signal Box Preservation Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1104535.
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ST. ALBANS
Hertfordshire
AL1 4SN
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