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The Bulleid Society

Acquisition, restoration, preservation, exhibition / display of steam locomotives and rolling stock and other appropriate items, equipment, stock, artefacts, documents and records. The publication of a journal and website on the topic of steam locomotives and rolling stock. Providing opportunities for people of all ages and diverse backgrounds to learn about heritage railway preservation.

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Activities & Mission

Acquisition, restoration, preservation, exhibition / display of steam locomotives and rolling stock and other appropriate items, equipment, stock, artefacts, documents and records. The publication of a journal and website on the topic of steam locomotives and rolling stock. Providing opportunities for people of all ages and diverse backgrounds to learn about heritage railway preservation.

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

Latest Income
£54,133
Latest Expenditure
£43,516

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 2.2%
% of income going directly to charitable activities
Overall Efficiency 100.0%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Administrative Ratio 0.0%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £488,715
Charitable Activities £0
Other Trading £0
Investments £12,775
Other Income £0

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £11,169
Raising Funds £0
Governance £0
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2025.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£54,133
£43,5160 / 20
2024
£501,490
£11,169£11,169£490,321£490,3210 / 15

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Bulleid Society

What does The Bulleid Society do?

Acquisition, restoration, preservation, exhibition / display of steam locomotives and rolling stock and other appropriate items, equipment, stock, artefacts, documents and records. The publication of a journal and website on the topic of steam locomotives and rolling stock. Providing opportunities for people of all ages and diverse backgrounds to learn about heritage railway preservation.

How much income did The Bulleid Society report in 2025?

The Bulleid Society reported total income of £54k and reported expenditure of £44k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Bulleid Society registered as a charity?

The Bulleid Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 24 November 2023 as charity number 1205884. It has been registered for 3 years.

Who runs The Bulleid Society?

The Bulleid Society is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Anthony John Fry. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Bulleid Society operate?

The Bulleid Society operates in East Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Bulleid Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Bulleid Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1205884.

Details

Address
Bluebell Railway Ltd
Sheffield Park Station
Sheffield Park
Uckfield
TN22 3QL
Registration Date
24 November 2023
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5223474
Charity Number
1205884

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Trustees

Anthony John Fry Chair
Antony John Leaver
David Antony Foale
Martin Neil Widdowson
Nigel Philip Currah
Peter Rodney Wood
ROGER CHARLES CRUSE

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