The Settle And Carlisle Railway Trust
(1) Restoration and preservation of historic buildings and structures on railway lines - Carlisle/Settle/Leeds and Bradford/Blackburn/Hellifield. (2) Education re above.
Activities & Mission
(1) Restoration and preservation of historic buildings and structures on railway lines - Carlisle/Settle/Leeds and Bradford/Blackburn/Hellifield. (2) Education re above.
Grants
The Settle And Carlisle Railway Trust makes grants as part of its work.
- Gives grants to
- organisations
- Total spending (2025)
- £25,154
- Only charities with income over £500,000 file a separate grants figure.
- Who it helps
- the general public
- What it supports
- education and training and the environment, conservation, or heritage
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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 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 Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | £36,011 | £25,154 | 0 / 6 | |||
| 2024 | £76,968 | £66,453 | 0 / 80 | |||
| 2023 | £35,816 | £84,340 | 0 / 0 | |||
| 2021 | £174,401 | £19,441 | 0 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about The Settle And Carlisle Railway Trust
What does The Settle And Carlisle Railway Trust do?
(1) Restoration and preservation of historic buildings and structures on railway lines - Carlisle/Settle/Leeds and Bradford/Blackburn/Hellifield. (2) Education re above.
How much income did The Settle And Carlisle Railway Trust report in 2025?
The Settle And Carlisle Railway Trust reported total income of £36k and reported expenditure of £25k for the financial year ending 2025, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
When was The Settle And Carlisle Railway Trust registered as a charity?
The Settle And Carlisle Railway Trust was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 18 April 1990 as charity number 702724. It has been registered for 36 years.
Who runs The Settle And Carlisle Railway Trust?
The Settle And Carlisle Railway Trust is governed by a board of 9 trustees. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does The Settle And Carlisle Railway Trust operate?
The Settle And Carlisle Railway Trust operates across 6 areas, including Bradford City, Cumbria, Kirklees and 3 others. The full list is shown on its profile.
Is The Settle And Carlisle Railway Trust a registered charity?
Yes — The Settle And Carlisle Railway Trust is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 702724.
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Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 2 November 2026
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