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the somerset and dorset railway trust ltd.

The charity supports the general public. The Somerset And Dorset Railway Trust Ltd. is a registered charity whose purpose is arts, culture, heritage, or science. It delivers its work by carrying out other charitable activities. The charity is based in Dorset and operates in Dorset, Somerset, and various other locations.


This page summarises publicly available information about the charity, including its activities, beneficiaries, and registration details, based on official records.

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Activities & Mission

The Trust aims to keep alive the history and importance of the Somerset & Dorset Railway and its predecessor companies, through the preservation, custodianship, display and interpretation of material evidence. Furthermore to promote and facilitate public understanding of the significance of the Somerset & Dorset Railway as a major cross country rail route.

Fundraising

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Financial Information

Latest Income
£331,807
Latest Expenditure
£40,650

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 12.3%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 12.3%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024£331,807£40,6500 / 25
2023£94,834£52,1830 / 30
2022£201,073£47,2850 / 45
2021£84,629£72,4250 / 50
2020£81,762£35,0150 / 50

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers