The Locomotive Conservation And Learning Trust
to advance education and learning and to promote public benefit through the preservation, restoration, maintenance and exhibition of steam railway locomotives and other railway artefacts, establishing a facility for the safe-keeping and exhibition of them and the provision of information and education about the history of such locomotives and other railway artefacts.
Activities & Mission
to advance education and learning and to promote public benefit through the preservation, restoration, maintenance and exhibition of steam railway locomotives and other railway artefacts, establishing a facility for the safe-keeping and exhibition of them and the provision of information and education about the history of such locomotives and other railway artefacts.
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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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 2022 — 9f Locomotive Charitable Trust Company (organisation 1006841)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £234,807 | £256,204 | 0 / 70 | |||
| 2024 | £136,671 | £208,609 | 0 / 50 | |||
| 2023 | £264,459 | £154,563 | 0 / 55 | |||
| 2022 | £231,985 | £259,488 | 0 / 55 | |||
| 2021 | £20,951 | £481,429 | 0 / 5 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Locomotive Conservation And Learning Trust
What does The Locomotive Conservation And Learning Trust do?
to advance education and learning and to promote public benefit through the preservation, restoration, maintenance and exhibition of steam railway locomotives and other railway artefacts, establishing a facility for the safe-keeping and exhibition of them and the provision of information and education about the history of such locomotives and other railway artefacts.
How much income did The Locomotive Conservation And Learning Trust report in 2025?
The Locomotive Conservation And Learning Trust reported total income of £235k and reported expenditure of £256k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Locomotive Conservation And Learning Trust registered as a charity?
The Locomotive Conservation And Learning Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 May 2009 as charity number 1129893. It has been registered for 17 years.
Who runs The Locomotive Conservation And Learning Trust?
The Locomotive Conservation And Learning Trust is governed by a board of 4 trustees. The chair of trustees is JULIAN PETER CHARLES BIRLEY. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Locomotive Conservation And Learning Trust operate?
The Locomotive Conservation And Learning Trust operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.
Is The Locomotive Conservation And Learning Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Locomotive Conservation And Learning Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1129893.
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North Yorkshire
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- Register data refreshed
- 30 July 2026
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