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The Class 37 Locomotive Group

Also known as: C37lg

The C37LG exists to restore, maintain, preserve and operate for the public benefit a diesel locomotive of historical importance and interest. The Group owns locomotive 37003, which is currently based on the Mid-Norfolk Railway. We have restored our locomotive to full working order, and it is regularly both on public display and in use on public train services on this heritage railway.

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Activities & Mission

The C37LG exists to restore, maintain, preserve and operate for the public benefit a diesel locomotive of historical importance and interest. The Group owns locomotive 37003, which is currently based on the Mid-Norfolk Railway. We have restored our locomotive to full working order, and it is regularly both on public display and in use on public train services on this heritage railway.

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

Latest Income
£116,326
Latest Expenditure
£93,476

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 80.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 80.4%
Expenditure as % of income

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
£116,326
£93,4760 / 8
2024
£93,167
£78,0860 / 8
2023
£90,796
£78,0860 / 8
2022
£107,308
£136,9710 / 5
2021
£251,803
£225,6640 / 5

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Frequently asked questions about The Class 37 Locomotive Group

What does The Class 37 Locomotive Group do?

The C37LG exists to restore, maintain, preserve and operate for the public benefit a diesel locomotive of historical importance and interest. The Group owns locomotive 37003, which is currently based on the Mid-Norfolk Railway. We have restored our locomotive to full working order, and it is regularly both on public display and in use on public train services on this heritage railway.

How much income did The Class 37 Locomotive Group report in 2025?

The Class 37 Locomotive Group reported total income of £116k and reported expenditure of £93k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Class 37 Locomotive Group registered as a charity?

The Class 37 Locomotive Group was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 September 2010 as charity number 1137787. It has been registered for 16 years.

Who runs The Class 37 Locomotive Group?

The Class 37 Locomotive Group is governed by a board of 2 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Class 37 Locomotive Group operate?

The Class 37 Locomotive Group operates in England, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Class 37 Locomotive Group a registered charity?

Yes — The Class 37 Locomotive Group is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1137787.

Details

Address
33 Cressy Quay
Chelmsford
CM2 6ZH
Registration Date
3 September 2010
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5007994
Charity Number
1137787

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Trustees

Rodney Gordon Saunders
Steve Flowerday

Also Known As

  • C37lg

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30 July 2026
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