The Pontypool And Blaenavon Railway Company (1983) Limited
The Railway Company exists to operate the heritage railway including restoration and maintenance of railway diesel and steam locomotives, railway carriages, railway wagons, buildings and infrastructure. This is for the benefit, pleasure and education of members and visitors to the railway.
Activities & Mission
The Railway Company exists to operate the heritage railway including restoration and maintenance of railway diesel and steam locomotives, railway carriages, railway wagons, buildings and infrastructure. This is for the benefit, pleasure and education of members and visitors to the 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
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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.
The Commission record shows this related event on the register:
- Asset transfer in in 2016 — The Railway Club of Wales/y Clwb Rheil Cymru (organisation 509782)
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | £233,847 | £243,375 | 0 / 129 | |||
| 2023 | £241,585 | £267,536 | 0 / 100 | |||
| 2022 | £216,405 | £212,231 | 0 / 99 | |||
| 2021 | £271,584 | £190,090 | 0 / 162 | |||
| 2020 | £71,918 | £125,836 | 0 / 80 |
Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers
Frequently asked questions about The Pontypool And Blaenavon Railway Company (1983) Limited
What does The Pontypool And Blaenavon Railway Company (1983) Limited do?
The Railway Company exists to operate the heritage railway including restoration and maintenance of railway diesel and steam locomotives, railway carriages, railway wagons, buildings and infrastructure. This is for the benefit, pleasure and education of members and visitors to the railway.
How much income did The Pontypool And Blaenavon Railway Company (1983) Limited report in 2024?
The Pontypool And Blaenavon Railway Company (1983) Limited reported total income of £234k and reported expenditure of £243k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Pontypool And Blaenavon Railway Company (1983) Limited registered as a charity?
The Pontypool And Blaenavon Railway Company (1983) Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 10 February 1984 as charity number 514809. It has been registered for 42 years.
Who runs The Pontypool And Blaenavon Railway Company (1983) Limited?
The Pontypool And Blaenavon Railway Company (1983) Limited is governed by a board of 7 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Pontypool And Blaenavon Railway Company (1983) Limited operate?
The Pontypool And Blaenavon Railway Company (1983) Limited operates across 3 areas: Blaenau Gwent, Monmouthshire and Torfaen.
Is The Pontypool And Blaenavon Railway Company (1983) Limited a registered charity?
Yes — The Pontypool And Blaenavon Railway Company (1983) Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 514809.
Details
33 Broad Street
Blaenavon
PONTYPOOL
Gwent
NP4 9NF
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