The Friends Of The National Railway Museum
Also known as: Railway Friends
Publish & distribute quarterly magazine. Arrange evening lectures. Introduce volunteers to the NRM. Publish books on railway topics. Promote the NRM's activities.
Activities & Mission
Publish & distribute quarterly magazine. Arrange evening lectures. Introduce volunteers to the NRM. Publish books on railway topics. Promote the NRM's activities.
Grants
The Friends Of The National Railway Museum is a grant-making charity: making grants is its main activity.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2024)
- £325,707
- 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
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.
One or more years show a significant change in income (over ±100%) compared with the prior year. This usually reflects a merger, transfer of activities, restated accounts, or a one-off legacy — not necessarily a real change in operating scale. See the methodology for context.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £162,852 | £325,707 | 0 / 20 | |||
| 2023 | £326,758 | £503,836 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2022 | £57,632 | £333,351 | 0 / 14 | |||
| 2021 | £376,484 | £172,142 | 0 / 40 | |||
| 2020 | £162,093 | £172,525 | 0 / 10 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Friends Of The National Railway Museum
What does The Friends Of The National Railway Museum do?
Publish & distribute quarterly magazine. Arrange evening lectures. Introduce volunteers to the NRM. Publish books on railway topics. Promote the NRM's activities.
How much income did The Friends Of The National Railway Museum report in 2024?
The Friends Of The National Railway Museum reported total income of £163k and reported expenditure of £326k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Friends Of The National Railway Museum registered as a charity?
The Friends Of The National Railway Museum was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 7 July 1977 as charity number 273829. It has been registered for 49 years.
Who runs The Friends Of The National Railway Museum?
The Friends Of The National Railway Museum is governed by a board of 15 trustees. The chair of trustees is PHILIP MARTIN BENHAM. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Friends Of The National Railway Museum operate?
The Friends Of The National Railway Museum operates across 2 areas: Scotland and England And Wales.
Is The Friends Of The National Railway Museum a registered charity?
Yes — The Friends Of The National Railway Museum is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 273829.
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Trustees
Also governs 2 other charities
Also governs 2 other charities
Sectors & Classifications
Also Known As
- Railway Friends
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated