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The Leeds Transport Historical Society

The charity researches and publishes books about Public Transport in the City of Leeds and surrounding areas. It also restores historic public transport from Leeds. It assists other societies with information requests. The Society also holds regular social meetings at which speakers give talks on public transport related topics. 4 newsletters to members are published each year.

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Activities & Mission

The charity researches and publishes books about Public Transport in the City of Leeds and surrounding areas. It also restores historic public transport from Leeds. It assists other societies with information requests. The Society also holds regular social meetings at which speakers give talks on public transport related topics. 4 newsletters to members are published each year.

Grants

The Leeds Transport Historical Society makes grants as part of its work.

Gives grants to
organisations
Total spending (2025)
£5,875
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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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.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£7,519
Latest Expenditure
£5,875

Financial Efficiency

Expenditure Ratio 78.1%
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.

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.

The Commission record shows this related event on the register:

  • Asset transfer in in 2016 — The Leeds Transport Historical Society (organisation 501642)
Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£7,519
£5,8750 / 4
2024
£3,407
£1,8290 / 5
2023
£4,709
£7,5870 / 4
2022
£5,574
£5,9130 / 5
2021
£3,056
£2,4740 / 12

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Leeds Transport Historical Society

What does The Leeds Transport Historical Society do?

The charity researches and publishes books about Public Transport in the City of Leeds and surrounding areas. It also restores historic public transport from Leeds. It assists other societies with information requests. The Society also holds regular social meetings at which speakers give talks on public transport related topics. 4 newsletters to members are published each year.

How much income did The Leeds Transport Historical Society report in 2025?

The Leeds Transport Historical Society reported total income of £8k and reported expenditure of £6k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Leeds Transport Historical Society registered as a charity?

The Leeds Transport Historical Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 11 February 2015 as charity number 1160446. It has been registered for 11 years.

Who runs The Leeds Transport Historical Society?

The Leeds Transport Historical Society is governed by a board of 7 trustees. The chair of trustees is Melvyn Reuben. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Leeds Transport Historical Society operate?

The Leeds Transport Historical Society operates across 5 areas, including Bradford City, Calderdale, City Of Wakefield and 2 others. The full list is shown on its profile.

Is The Leeds Transport Historical Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Leeds Transport Historical Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1160446.

Details

Contact (address, email, phone)
Registration Date
11 February 2015
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5056020
Charity Number
1160446

Trustees

Melvyn Reuben Chair
David Andrew Charlesworth Gill
DAVID FARRER
John Holmes
MIKE WARING
Roger Tyrell
Simon Reuben

Data & trust

Register data refreshed
9 November 2026
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