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The Railway Land Wildlife Trust Limited

Inspiring environmental sustainability by bringing nature to the heart of Lewes.We do this through:Running the Linklater Pavilion building as a community-based hub for the understanding of a sustainable environmentProviding inclusive outdoor learning using innovative approachesSupporting the local authority in managing the Railway Land Local Nature Reserve for the whole community

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Activities & Mission

Inspiring environmental sustainability by bringing nature to the heart of Lewes.We do this through:Running the Linklater Pavilion building as a community-based hub for the understanding of a sustainable environmentProviding inclusive outdoor learning using innovative approachesSupporting the local authority in managing the Railway Land Local Nature Reserve for the whole community

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.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£348,464
Latest Expenditure
£382,405

Financial Efficiency

Program Ratio 113.8%
% of income going directly to charitable activities

Higher than 90% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M (sample: 219). How is this calculated?

Overall Efficiency 99.8%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)

Higher than 66% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M. How is this calculated?

Administrative Ratio 0.2%
Overhead (fundraising + governance) as % of total expenditure

Lower overhead than 85% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?

Latest Financial Breakdown

Income Sources

Donations & Legacies £38,334
Charitable Activities £508,406
Other Trading £1,194
Investments £2,852
Other Income £2,246

Expenditure Categories

Charitable Expenditure £629,306
Raising Funds £1,156
Governance £0
Grants to Institutions £0
Other Expenditure £0

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.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2025
£348,464
£382,4050 / 75
2024
£553,032
£630,462£629,306£876,074£00 / 72
2023
£417,170
£230,0350 / 72
2022
£181,445
£146,0630 / 70
2021
£107,699
£84,2260 / 63

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Railway Land Wildlife Trust Limited

What does The Railway Land Wildlife Trust Limited do?

Inspiring environmental sustainability by bringing nature to the heart of Lewes.We do this through:Running the Linklater Pavilion building as a community-based hub for the understanding of a sustainable environmentProviding inclusive outdoor learning using innovative approachesSupporting the local authority in managing the Railway Land Local Nature Reserve for the whole community

How much income did The Railway Land Wildlife Trust Limited report in 2025?

The Railway Land Wildlife Trust Limited reported total income of £348k and reported expenditure of £382k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

How efficient is The Railway Land Wildlife Trust Limited?

The Railway Land Wildlife Trust Limited has a program ratio of 113.8%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 90% of UK Environment charities with income £100K to £1M (sample of 219 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.

When was The Railway Land Wildlife Trust Limited registered as a charity?

The Railway Land Wildlife Trust Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 19 January 1989 as charity number 800655. It has been registered for 37 years.

Who runs The Railway Land Wildlife Trust Limited?

The Railway Land Wildlife Trust Limited is governed by a board of 8 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Railway Land Wildlife Trust Limited operate?

The Railway Land Wildlife Trust Limited operates in East Sussex, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Railway Land Wildlife Trust Limited a registered charity?

Yes — The Railway Land Wildlife Trust Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 800655.

Details

Address
Linklater Pavilion
Railway Lane
LEWES
BN7 2FG
Registration Date
19 January 1989
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
800655
Charity Number
800655

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Trustees

Andrew Saunders
Anne Robertson
Antonia Scarr
Also governs 1 other charity
Barry McNulty
Istvan Haasz
Ruth Rudwick
Ryan Myint
Steve Bright

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