The Ffestiniog And Welsh Highland Railways Trust (ymddiriedolaeth Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog Ac Eryri)
Also known as: Ffestiniog Railway Trust, Festiniog Railway Trust, Ymddiriedolaeth Rheiffordd Ffestiniog, Welsh Highland Railway Trust, Ymddiriedolaeth Rheiffordd Eryn, The Festiniog Railway Trust, Ffestiniog Railway Trust, Festiniog Railway Trust, Ymddiriedolaeth Rheilffordd Ffestiniog, Welsh Highland Railway Trust, Ymddiriedolaeth Rheiffordd Eryri
Charitable purposes connected with railways, specially charitable purposes connected with the Festiniog Railway Company.
Activities & Mission
Charitable purposes connected with railways, specially charitable purposes connected with the Festiniog Railway Company.
Grants
The Ffestiniog And Welsh Highland Railways Trust (ymddiriedolaeth Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog Ac Eryri) is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £11,903,388
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- the environment, conservation, or heritage
As recorded with the Charity Commission. To ask about applying, use the contact details and check the trustees and latest accounts below.
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Financial Information
Financial Efficiency
Latest Financial Breakdown
Income Sources
Expenditure Categories
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 | £11,901,414 | £11,903,388 | £760,867 | £12,535,010 | £10,224,980 | 130 / 1300 |
| 2024 | £12,945,119 | £12,977,356 | £893,389 | £12,451,102 | £10,159,012 | 140 / 1000 |
| 2023 | £13,187,998 | £11,815,923 | £354,095 | £12,404,520 | £10,109,856 | 131 / 1000 |
| 2022 | £8,175,701 | £7,891,216 | £561,103 | £11,153,244 | £8,867,131 | 128 / 1000 |
| 2021 | £6,601,479 | £5,796,611 | £415,248 | £10,631,656 | £8,366,293 | 102 / 1000 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Ffestiniog And Welsh Highland Railways Trust (ymddiriedolaeth Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog Ac Eryri)
What does The Ffestiniog And Welsh Highland Railways Trust (ymddiriedolaeth Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog Ac Eryri) do?
Charitable purposes connected with railways, specially charitable purposes connected with the Festiniog Railway Company.
How much income did The Ffestiniog And Welsh Highland Railways Trust (ymddiriedolaeth Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog Ac Eryri) report in 2025?
The Ffestiniog And Welsh Highland Railways Trust (ymddiriedolaeth Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog Ac Eryri) reported total income of £11.90m and reported expenditure of £11.90m for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Ffestiniog And Welsh Highland Railways Trust (ymddiriedolaeth Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog Ac Eryri) registered as a charity?
The Ffestiniog And Welsh Highland Railways Trust (ymddiriedolaeth Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog Ac Eryri) was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 3 March 1966 as charity number 239904. It has been registered for 60 years.
Who runs The Ffestiniog And Welsh Highland Railways Trust (ymddiriedolaeth Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog Ac Eryri)?
The Ffestiniog And Welsh Highland Railways Trust (ymddiriedolaeth Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog Ac Eryri) is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr JOHN DENYS CHARLES ANSTICE PRIDEAUX CBE. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Ffestiniog And Welsh Highland Railways Trust (ymddiriedolaeth Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog Ac Eryri) operate?
The Ffestiniog And Welsh Highland Railways Trust (ymddiriedolaeth Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog Ac Eryri) operates in Gwynedd, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Ffestiniog And Welsh Highland Railways Trust (ymddiriedolaeth Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog Ac Eryri) a registered charity?
Yes — The Ffestiniog And Welsh Highland Railways Trust (ymddiriedolaeth Rheilffyrdd Ffestiniog Ac Eryri) is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 239904.
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Trustees
Also governs 1 other charity
Also Known As
- Ffestiniog Railway Trust, Festiniog Railway Trust, Ymddiriedolaeth Rheiffordd Ffestiniog, Welsh Highland Railway Trust, Ymddiriedolaeth Rheiffordd Eryn
- The Festiniog Railway Trust
- Ffestiniog Railway Trust, Festiniog Railway Trust, Ymddiriedolaeth Rheilffordd Ffestiniog, Welsh Highland Railway Trust, Ymddiriedolaeth Rheiffordd Eryri
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
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